Director of EHS

New Opening!!  Director of EHS - New Orleans 

NES Fircroft is actively seeking candidates for a permanent Director of EHS role with one of our O/G Midstream clients in the New Orleans, Louisiana region. 

All interested candidates are encouraged to send their most updated resume to gabriel.fox@nesfircroft.com along with their availability.  



The Director of EHS&S will be responsible for managing the EHSS Department at the Avondale and St. Rose terminals in Louisiana. The EHSS Director will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all business activities in the terminals in accordance with company policies, local and federal regulatory agencies.  

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs, policies, and practices to ensure the terminal complies with company policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Lead these programs in a way to promote operational excellence with respect to EHSS compliance and culture.
• Remain up to date on current, pending, and proposed EHSS regulations and developments in the bulk liquid storage industry. Consult local, regional, and corporate management on both current and future regulatory impacts.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, local governmental authorities, and local community organizations as necessary. Represent Company during regulatory audits, inquires, and investigations.
• Develop and manage the Avondale and St. Rose EHSS budget.
• Develop and mentor staff in leadership and technical skills necessary for succession.
• Ensure compliance with air and water permits, oversee sampling activities, and oversee development of air and water permit modifications.
• Oversee solid and hazardous waste activities, including sampling, analysis, and proper disposal.
• Oversee EHSS monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting processes.
• Oversee the facility security plan as Facility Security Officer (FSO) and manage the security department.
• Manage EHSS training program for facility personnel.
• Provide support to the Operations and Maintenance Departments on EHSS matters.
• Review new products or processes for evaluation of potential safety hazards and environmental permit implications.
• Review and recommend modifications and changes in the facility's equipment and/or procedures to achieve environmental or health/safety goals.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations, prepare “Root Cause Analysis” and/or “HAZOP Studies” where appropriate.
• Participate in internal EHSS audits at other terminals as needed.
• Respond to emergencies as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in an EHSS or engineering related field
• Over ten years of EHSS experience with a track record of progressively increasing responsibility.
• Valid Driver’s License
• TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to terminal locations.
• Strong leadership, management, supervisory and interpersonal skills.  The ability to influence across organizational lines is critical.
• Demonstrated ability to understand business challenges and find compliant solutions working in partnership with management teams. 
• Accreditation(s) from a well-established environmental, safety, or professional accreditation entity.
• Excellent math and communications skills
• Proficient in the use of computers and familiar with most common office software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Previous experience in an industrial facility is preferred

 Skills and Abilities

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language
• Ability to understand and communicate in written and verbal communication in the English language.
• Ability to communicate with customers and terminal personnel.
• Ability to make decisions in a variable environment

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.