QHSE Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The QHSE Advisor is responsible for supporting and advising all Safety and Environmental activities within their assigned operational area while aligning with the organization’s goals, objectives, and vision. This position works closely with operations personnel to promote regulatory compliance, safe work practices, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives. Level and salary commensurate with experience. This position is based in the Midland-Odessa area to support the West Texas and New Mexico operations. The role reports to the Sr Supervisor, QHSE. 

Pilot Water Solutions (“PWS”) is a leading water midstream company providing full-service water management solutions across the Permian, Eagle Ford, Rockies, Haynesville, and Appalachia basins. With strategically located infrastructure and assets, PWS delivers reliable, best-in-class service to customers throughout the oil and gas industry.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist with implementation and administration of the company HSE Management System and safety programs.
• Support compliance initiatives through the KPA EHS online platform.
• Conduct field safety and environmental inspections, audits, and observations.
• Assist with incident investigations, corrective actions, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) processes.
• Participate in Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Pre-Job Meetings, and field safety coaching.
• Support Process Safety and Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR) activities.
• Monitor operational activities to identify unsafe conditions, environmental risks, and compliance gaps.
• Assist with spill prevention, environmental reporting, waste management, and SWD operational compliance.
• Assist with environmental spill release field screening.
• Provide and coordinate company, customer, federal, state, and local required safety and environmental training.
• Track corrective actions and verify completion of action items.
• Assist with fleet inspections, driver compliance, and non-DOT related safety initiatives.
• Support weekly, monthly, and quarterly safety meetings.
• Promote and reinforce a proactive safety culture through visible field presence and employee engagement.
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and behaviors that may lead to incidents or operational losses.
• Assist with onboarding and new hire orientation training.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to safety and environmental compliance.
• Support regional operations and provide additional field support as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. Incumbents will be expected to follow other job-related duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent work experience in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred.
• 3 years of oil and gas, water midstream, construction, industrial, or related field experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable state environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with HSE management systems and field safety practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to identify hazards and assist with developing practical solutions.
• Self-motivated with strong observation and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout assigned operational areas.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
• 5 years relevant oil and gas, water midstream experience
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30, PEC Safeland, NCCER, COSS, CHST, OHST, or other industry-recognized certifications.
• Experience conducting field inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance requirements related to SWD operations and water midstream systems.
• Experience with safety management software platforms.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a standard office environment and at field locations.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods and work at a desk and on a computer.
• Must be physically able to conduct site visits, inspections, and field observations.
• Must be able to travel to field assets and other Company locations as needed.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb stairs during field visits and inspections.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and carry equipment used for inspections, as needed.
• May be exposed to loud noise, moving equipment, occupational hazards, and outdoor conditions during field visits.
• Must be able to work in a range of weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, dust, and other natural elements.
• May be exposed to H2S and other industry-related chemicals in field environments.
• May be required to work in low-light areas and around uneven terrain and may encounter wildlife and other environmental conditions typical of field operations..

Equipment Used

• Computer and tablet/laptop
• Company vehicle
• Desk phone, mobile phone, or smartphone
• Multi-function copier/printer
• Standard office supplies
• Field inspection and monitoring equipment, as applicable