HSE Manager

The position reports to the VP of Operations and is a member of the Bay City Leadership Team. Direct reports to this position include the Environmental Lead, Health & Safety Lead, Emergency Response Specialist, and Medical Specialist

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HSE strategy aligned with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.
• Champion a safety-first culture through training, communication, employee engagement, and a drive toward Zero Harm.
• Lead cross-functional teams in identifying and mitigating HSE risks across all manufacturing activities.
• Facilitate the application of new IM technologies to continuously improve performance while reducing the cost of compliance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local HSE regulations, including OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and DHS (CFATS).
• Maintain and manage all environmental permits, including air emissions, wastewater discharge, hazardous waste, and stormwater.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and lead audits, inspections, and reporting activities.
• Anticipate regulatory changes and industry trends affecting operations and proactively lead the change management process.

Program Management

• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of HSE policies, procedures, and ISO management systems in compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses.
• Manage site-wide emergency preparedness and response plans, including training, drills, equipment reliability, and coordination with local emergency response partners and mutual aid organizations.
• Oversee the third-party Corporate Medical Management provider to ensure conformance with employee medical surveillance schedules, fitness-for-duty examinations, substance abuse testing programs, and employee return-to-work procedures across the region.
• Effectively manage the expense budget and capital funds.

Training & Development

• Design and deliver HSE training programs for employees, contractors, and leadership.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and ensure continuous improvement.

Data & Reporting

• Establish, track, and analyze HSE-related performance metrics and trends.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management on safety performance, compliance status, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Security & General Oversight

• Collaborate with site leadership to ensure physical security measures are in place and effective.
• Manage relationships with site tenants and resident/temporary contractors to ensure compliance with safety and security protocols.

Education requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution (required)
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or PE are highly desirable

Background and Experience:

• 15+ years of progressive SHE-related experience in a chemical plant or oil refinery setting
• 10+ years of supervisory or management experience in a SHE-related position
• Experience working within an Incident Command Structure
• Chemical hygiene experience supporting a laboratory or R&D facility is a plus

Competencies and Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Impeccable integrity and ability to protect confidential information
• In depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
• NIMS knowledge
• High service orientation, conviction, motivational capability.
• Effective communication skills.