PSM Manager

JOB SUMMARY / OVERVIEW
The Process Safety Management Manager is responsible for developing and establishing compliance
with the Process Safety Management (PSM) Program and the Risk Management Plan (RMP) of
Natgasoline. This position is accountable for leading and applying process safety principles to develop
multi-disciplinary solutions for safety and risk issues across various operating assets and projects.
Additionally, this role will develop, implement, and maintain programs and processes to manage highhazard activities and systems across the facility and facilitate the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process
as needed. The PSM Manager reports directly to the Compliance Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential
functions.
• Develop, manage, and maintain PSM programs and policies by leading the site’s Process Hazard
Analysis (PHA)/Hazard study programs to identify, evaluate, and control potential hazards within
processes, including hazard identification, risk assessments, mitigation planning, and project
implementation, development of procedures, compliance auditing, and compliance reporting.
• Responsible for ensuring the PSM program complies with all OSHA and EPA/RMP standards by
following the fourteen (14) elements of PSM while providing oversight and audit compliance to
the PSM process.
• Understanding and applying relevant legislation.
• Oversee the procedure review, revision, and training process for PSM Operating procedures.
Audit all PSM-related procedures and processes for compliance and generate audit reports.
Manage the required reviews and updates on plant procedures.
• Drive resolution for all PSM-related issues. Facilitate and participate in agency audits where
documentation is needed.
• Participate in any OSHA or EPA audits of PSM for the plant and interface with Federal and State
Agencies as required.
• Maintain a leadership role in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Layers of Protection Analysis
(LOPA) for existing and new processes and equipment.
• Develop and manage the risk register for potential threats and create plans to prevent and mitigate
problems.
• Maintain and distribute assignments to owners of PSM tasks and activities.
• Provide leadership, counsel, and technical assistance with others in process safety and deliver
training to increase PSRM knowledge on site.
• Leads, manages and facilitates the completion of process hazard identification, LOPA, and risk
assessments to develop risk management strategies for the facility by identifying potential or
actual adverse process safety hazards.
• Leads the development and execution of process safety risks and manages projects to implement
mitigation plans.
• Participate in Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs).
• Manage PSM corrective actions developed from Incident Investigations, PHAs, audits, or trip
reports.
• Acts as site champion and facilitator for all RCAs.
• Manage MOCs for PSM-related items. Ensure PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Review) is completed
for all Management of Change (MOCs) through routine audits.
• Ensures that process safety-related documentation for all identified hazards is developed and
maintained. This includes reviewing and organizing P&IDs and PFDs as necessary.
• Identify and provide process safety training needs and provide that training through in-house
resources or external consultancy.
• Acts as site point of contact for all process safety-related matters and provides day-to-day advice
& direction on process safety issues.
• Ensures that an annual PHA program of PHAs is compiled and adhered to, including the closeout of actions related to PSM and the completion of annual site internal audits.
• Provides technical expertise in process hazard studies and capital projects.
• Always present a professional image to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation for
the company.
• Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
• Assists other Departments and other administrative personnel, as necessary.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS
• Process Safety Professional Certification Preferred
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING
• A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a high-hazard process plant environment.
• Experience designing relief systems preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Extensive knowledge of process safety management as defined by 29 CFR Part 1910.119 OSHA
PSM and 40 CFR Part 68 EPA RMP.
• Working experience using Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
(FMEA), or similar robust problem-solving tools required.
• Knowledge of related standards and codes, e.g., NFPA
• Experience in developing and implementing process safety-related policies.
• Strong knowledge of process safety methodologies and tools such as hazard study, LOPA, etc.,
and extensive experience leading these studies.
• Communicating passionately about process safety and positively impacting the culture.
• Strong team leadership skills at various organizational levels.
• Ability to construct and carry out diverse plans and priorities within specific timetables.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Facilitating change
• Ability to problem solve, identify, and resolve problems promptly, gather and analyze
information skillfully.
• Planning/organizing – the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time
efficiently.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS / EQUIPMENT
• Computer
• Copy Machine
• Scanner
• Telephone system
SOFTWARE
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• Experienced in action tracking software and cause mapping.
PHYSICAL
• Ability to lift 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to climb scaffolds, ladders, and stairs at excessive heights.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Ability to wear various PPE.
• Ability to sit for prolonged amounts of time required.
• Ability to effectively communicate through various means required.
ENVIRONMENTAL
• A majority of the work is performed within an office environment, including office equipment –
such as computers, telephones, and copiers.
• Noise levels are typically moderate.
• Ability to work in the field as needed.
• May have to work in extreme weather as needed.
WORK SCHEDULE
• Regular 40-hour work week, normal duty hours as assigned.
• May work longer hours to meet deadlines, as necessary.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
TRAVEL
• Less than 10% of the time.
DISCLAIMER
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, tasks, requirements, efforts, or
working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to accurately reflect the current job,
Natgasoline reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. In
compliance with ADA regulations, the employee must be able to perform essential functions with or
without reasonable accommodation in a satisfactory manner, further accommodations shall not be made if
it constitutes an undue hardship on this organization.