HSE Specialist

At Vertex, our administrative professionals are the backbone of our organization. We’re seeking detail-oriented individuals to manage critical processes in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You’ll coordinate essential functions, support team initiatives, and drive operational excellence while embracing a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re ready to put your organizational expertise to work and make a tangible impact on our business, your pathway Forward starts with Vertex.

PRINCIPLE PURPOSE:

The primary function of this positions is to provide support for environmental, health and safety, and DOT programs associated with regional multi-site used oil collection and processing operations. This position also supports the company’s goal of compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local regulations, as well as adherence to company policies and procedures. This position supports the managing and implementing of HSE activities; advancing HSE objectives and targets; internal reporting of HSE performance; assuring full completion of required training; creating a strong HSE culture that engages employees at the sites in HSE programs and processes. This position will support all Vertex Energy Inc. facilities Southeast US.

The HSE Specialist will function as a member of the Vertex team and will report to the Director of Regulatory Affairs. This person will work as a Salaried M-F position. Hours on occasion could require nights, weekends, and/or holidays to handle emergencies and/or urgent business needs as they occur.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLILITES:

• Ensure Vertex compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations including, but not limited to laws and requirements established by OSHA, EPA, USCG, DOT, Tx Rail Road Commission, State and local environmental and health agencies, fire departments, etc.
• Ensure permitting and reporting compliance for the following aspects Vertex Operations including but not limited to used oil collection; used oil processing; hazardous and non-hazardous waste profiling and management (oil, water, and other solid wastes); and air emissions. Reporting can include, but not limited to Tier II Reports, OSHA 300 Logs, Biennial Reports; Discharge Monitoring Reports; SPCC and SWPPP required inspections; etc.
• Support and administer the company’s HSE Policy, objectives, and corporate initiatives and procedures.
• Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and review of standard operating procedures as well as employee training on established SOPS.
• Monitor and maintain HSE electronic systems and processes such as the Learning Management System (Docebo); Incident Management Systems (Sphera); SDS Systems; Driver Qualification Files (Concorde), SharePoint, In-vehicle Monitoring Systems.
• Develop and maintain risk assessments, as well as ensure employee training for all aspects of the organizations’ activities.
• Facilitate the Management of Change Process for the organization.
• Facilitate Incident Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action identification and completion.
• Maintain HSE Incident and performance data and conduct periodic trend analysis.
• Conduct periodic facility inspections and audits.
• Assist in tracking and facilitating completion of identified corrective actions, as well as identify and propose suggestions for HSE compliance and performance improvement.
• Act as company representative during any environmental, health, and safety regulatory inspection by government or other entities.
• Partners and liaisons with operations management to ensure HSE performance excellence.
• Conduct HSE meetings and in-person training sessions including but not limited to Smith Driving Systems, new hire orientation, SOPS, hazard recognition, compliance requirements, etc.
• Develop HSE training materials, HSE Alerts from incidents, and other materials to support HSE Communications and initiatives.
• Support HSE activity completion tracking such as training sessions; permits, filings, and inspections; roll-stock compliance.
• Manage the In-vehicle monitoring system data by reviewing information for possible maintaining employee coaching files, as well as related incentive programs.
• Manage and support other company assigned projects which can include support for operations outside the normal scope of the position.
• Responsible for becoming a Smith Driving Instructor and providing training for applicable employees on a periodic basis.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS and/or EXPERIENCE:

• A college degree is preferred in occupational safety/health, environmental engineering, environmental sciences, or another related field. Environmental or Health/Safety experience can be used in lieu of a college degree.
• Previous experience at the specialist level is desired. 3-5 years of HSE, DOT related experience is required.
• Must be able to effectively interact with all levels within the organization and with external groups such as customers, regulators, and suppliers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others to diffuse an antagonistic situation.
• Consensus Building - Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve a goal.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage, direct, develop and motivate others.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to Commute:

• Baytown, TX 77520 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000