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This position requires candidates to be based out of Houston, TX and willing to travel up to 25% of the time

The HSE Compliance Manager is responsible for oversight, governance, and continuous improvement of contractor HSE management processes. This role serves as the primary liaison between HSE Operations, Supply Chain, Operations, Legal, and contractors to ensure compliance with company standards and customer expectations.

Detailed Description

Lead contractor HSE management and compliance programs and develop related standards, procedures, and governance processes.

Maintain visibility of contractor activities through HSE onboarding and approval processes.

Partner with Supply Chain, Legal, Operations, and HSE leadership on contractor qualification requirements.

Manage contractor prequalification systems, databases, and documentation.

Review contractor HSE performance metrics, certifications, training requirements, and compliance records.

Conduct assessments and audits of contractor HSE programs and field execution.

Identify compliance gaps and develop corrective action plans.

Develop contractor risk profiles using leading and lagging indicators, incident data, and audit findings.

Design and maintain scorecards, dashboards, and KPIs to communicate contractor performance and risk.

Monitor industry best practices and recommend program enhancements.

Develop and manage HSE programs and policies to ensure regulatory compliance.

Track and evaluate safety performance indicators and support investigations and corrective actions.

Job Requirements - Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, pivot tables, reporting, and dashboards.

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and visual reporting tools.

Knowledge of industry safety standards and practices.

Understanding of management principles including training, goal setting, employee development, communication, and delegation.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.

Ability to understand technical concepts and work within technical environments.

Excellent cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills.

Experience supporting accident investigations, audits, and compliance reviews.

Language Comprehension

Ability to understand and communicate in English sufficiently to issue, receive, and respond to safety and operational instructions.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma (Bachelor's Degree Preferred)

Experience: Minimum of 5 years related HSE, compliance, safety, or contractor management experience.

Certification: Safety Professional Certification preferred.

Additional Details

Exempt salaried management position. Primarily office-based with occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and limited field exposure. Responsible for promoting a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

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