HSE Manager

Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform. The company safely delivers clean-burning fuels to industrial customers not connected to a pipeline. By displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, Certarus is leading the energy transition and helping customers lower operating costs and improve environmental performance. With the largest fleet of specialty trailers in the world, the company is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for low and zero-emission fuel distribution.

Summary:

The HSE Manager oversees the health, safety and environmental (HSE) and transportation compliance regional activities for the Company by providing technical, operational, and guidance of the Company’s HSE Management System across our operations. The position is based primarily in Alberta, Canada, preferably out of the Grande Prairie office but will require regular travel to other Certarus and client locations and other providences, including both office and field locations. This
position reports directly to the Health, Safety & Environmental Vice President.

Schedule:

• This position holds normal business hours with on call responsibilities, with 60% travel expected to support Canadian operations

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Expert knowledge of state/provincial and federal regulations, standards, and laws as applicable to geographic area supported
• Ensures all field employees understand and comply with all regulatory requirements and Company safety practices
• Performs compliance audits of work sites to ensure follow up on corrective actions
• Develops and prepares reports for leadership as required
• Verifies compliance regarding inventory, storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous materials used in conducting Company field operations
• Assists with conducting all site inspections required or initiated by regulatory agency representatives
• Performs routine inspections of equipment and environmental conditions to verify continuous compliance
• Audits field safety and environmental paperwork for accuracy and compliance
• Assists and mentors’ field supervisory personnel with incident investigations, determining causes, and preparing detailed and accurate analysis reports
• Supports and participates in the organization’s HSE initiatives
• Manages and resources personnel to adequately cover operations
• Responsible for the development of strategies and operational plans for their area of responsibility and execute these plans and deliver agreed upon results.
• Provide strong leadership, direction and motivation to the team
• Strive for industry-leading safety and compliance performance and implement plans to reach KPI targets
• Provide representation for the HSE department in relation to other Certarus functional areas
• Drive continuous improvement of departmental processes and enhance integration with other departments
• Liaise with client and contractor representatives promoting the Certarus HSE programs and Core Values
• Active participant in the Certarus Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)
• Develop expertise and become subject matter expert in the Certarus Health Safety & Environment Management System (CHSEMS)
• Oversee serious incident investigations and corrective actions, and respond to scene where necessary
• Liaise with regulators to promote proactive communication and cooperation
• Support Certarus organizational levels in adhering to positional HSE responsibilities
• Support overall company adherence to company policies and regulations governing Certarus operations
• Work closely with Regional Operations Managers on design, implementation and maintenance of HSE programs and initiatives
• Report on HSE performance to local operational Management
• Work on special projects under minimal guidance of the HSE Manager – Northern Region
• Promote and drive a proactive and positive HSE culture within Certarus.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an HSE role.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline, or a combination of education and management experience that would be considered equivalent.
• Professional certification (CRSP or CSP) is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of US & Canadian Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Strong knowledge of US & Canadian Transportation regulations
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements to mitigate operational risk.
• Prior experience supporting upstream/midstream energy services and/or production
operations strongly desired
• Prior experience in developing policies, practices, and governance of internal HSE Management systems is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to foster relationships/partnerships with internal and external
stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for audiences across regionally diverse areas.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 Suite, with strong MS Excel skills.
• Valid passport with the ability to travel within Canada and the United States

Certarus embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way and considers qualifications, merit, and business needs in our hiring decisions. Certarus is and will remain an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Certarus offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and retirement plans as well as employee ownership opportunities. Above all, we offer unlimited career advancement opportunities with a dynamic, rapidly growing organization