Title: Specialist HSE Ops Location: United States-Texas-Odessa Other Locations: United States-Texas-McCamey

Description

Occidental is an international energy company with assets primarily in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. We are one of the largest oil producers in the U.S., including a leading producer in the Permian and DJ basins, and offshore Gulf of Mexico. Our midstream and marketing segment provides flow assurance and maximizes the value of our oil and gas. Our chemical subsidiary OxyChem manufactures the building blocks for life-enhancing products. Our Oxy Low Carbon Ventures subsidiary is advancing leading-edge technologies and business solutions that economically grow our business while reducing emissions. We are committed to using our global leadership in carbon management to advance a lower-carbon world. Visit oxy.com for more information.

Occidental strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business. Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of HSE Specialist in our US Onshore Resources & Carbon Management (ORCM), HSE Business Unit based in Odessa, TX.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for communicating and applying federal, state, local and company HSE policies in addition to requirements within operations
• Develop and implement new and existing programs designed to promote improved HSE performance, annual maintenance of risk management plans, emergency response planning, audits and assessments
• Record keeping, internal and external reporting, development of written reports
• Conduct Investigations, root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Provide HSE training and support to cross functional field personnel
• Maintain water system for the plant/field operations
• Inspect all HSE equipment for plant and field
• Support the Contractor Management Program initiatives, including audits, field assessments, observations and investigation reviews
• Lead/present/facilitate key health and safety topics at employee and contractor engagement forums, meetings and roundtables
• Demonstrates working knowledge of HSE polices and company programs; developing ability to contribute to HSE programs and controls implementation process.
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.

Qualifications

Educations:

• High School diploma or GED
• HSE-related Associates/Bachelor’s degree or HSE Certifications preferred

Professional/Technical Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications:

Obtained HSE-related certifications, such as CSP, OHST, CSHO, CHST, ASP or other relevant credential – Preferred.

Experience:

5 years of relevant experience in the oil/gas industry. Working knowledge in Health, Safety and Environment Management interpersonal and communication skills. 

Skills & Competencies:

• Bilingual languages – preferred (Spanish)
• Working knowledge of company HSE Software (Enablon, SAP)
• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate
• Basic awareness of financial planning

Recruitment Fraud

It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process.  All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.

Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never: 

• Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees
• Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or
• Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.

We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.