Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 10,000 employees with experience that spans more than 60 years.
The Safety Specialist is a member of Kinder Morgan's Division 2 team which covers multiple operating areas within the West Region (Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wyoming). This position is based out of Kinder Morgan's Colorado Springs Office.
This is a great opportunity if you are an experienced Safety Manager, Safety Supervisor, Safety Coordinator, EHS Consultant, or EHS Specialist.
Position Description
Support the Natural Gas Business Unit in complying with federal, state, and local safety regulations. The emphasis of this position is providing safety training, facility inspections, OSHA regulatory interpretations, incident investigation support, OSHA incident classification, and emergency response support.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and a working knowledge of EPA regulations.
Communicate regulatory as well as Business Unit requirements and research potential solutions to address issues identified by facility personnel, internal audits and regulatory inspections.
Inspect facilities to identify best practices and potential EHS deficiencies. In addition, must be able to provide regulatory citation or reference Business Unit standards for deficiencies identified and be able to assist in developing and implementing solutions.
Plan, develop, and deliver safety training to facility personnel
Provide support for the incident/injury reporting and tracking system, including report generation and reviews, in relation to workplace injuries/illnesses, vehicle accidents, and other undesired occurrences.
Contribute in the development or improvement of site level as well as Business Unit safety and IH procedures.
Participate as a member of a team that, through the use of a root cause analysis technique, is assigned to investigate an incident and develop effective corrective actions.
Participate in the PSSR - prestart up reviews post construction
Develop accurate and concise written communications concerning Health & Safety issues for the Company, Business Unit, or Division in order to create awareness and to prevent a re-occurrence of similar events.
Support field operations during internal audits/assessments or external inspections.
Serve as a member of the Incident Command System (ICS) in response to emergency incidents in the Division.
Essential Duties and other responsibilities as assigned.
Position Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
Safety or industrial hygiene degree preferred
Experience/Specific Knowledge
Familiarity concerning the hazards and safe operating practices associated with flammable gases and liquids.
Reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams is beneficial.
Certifications/Licenses/Registrations
Safety certification preferred but not required. Must be willing to pursue certification commensurate to the level of safety experience and education.
Must possess a valid driver's license and meet Company insurability requirements.
Competencies, Skills and Abilities
Effective, tactful, and positive communication with all levels of field and management personnel.
Moderate to high proficiency with personal computers and working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Possess the ability to work as a team member with a focus on attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Physical Demands
Effectively work outdoors while wearing the required PPE (ex. hard hat, flame resistant clothing, and safety toed footwear) for the location.
Periodically climb ladders and stairs to elevated platforms/walkways
Working Conditions
Travel is approximately 50%.
Promptly address requests outside of normal business hours for technical advice as well as responding to emergencies.
Other duties not detailed above will be assigned as necessary.
Pay range: $85,600-$119,800 per year. This position includes a discretionary annual incentive plan. Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.
Application Deadline: 12/25/24
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