Job Title:

Sr. Manager, Global Process Safety Management

Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President, EHS & QMS, this strategic and highly visible leadership role will be responsible for team leadership and technical execution of varied high value responsibilities globally including but not limited to: Process Safety Management Programs, technical capability development, Fire prevention programs and activities, PSM audits, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), standards development, RCCA, quantitative/qualitative risk assessment, etc. This individual will be a team lead and technical expert, providing specific guidance on technical matters across the globe via strong multi-function collaboration. This position collaborates closely with global operations, site leaders, engineering and maintenance, and the EHS organization to proactively reduce & eliminate risks and enhance our global risk profile across Momentive. The Sr. Manager, Global PSM is responsible for providing visionary leadership to effectively reduce and manage Process Safety risk.

Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for leading and fostering a high-functioning cohesive team of PSM Leaders, and providing coaching & mentorship of site PSM Leaders and site engineers engaged in PHAs

• Leads, optimizes, and standardizes Process Safety Management initiatives globally

• Leadership of cross-site, global, engineering team focused on establishing & enhancing PSM Best Practices and Momentive Standards

• Accountable for the execution of PSM goals and objectives as part of the overall EHS Strategy for Momentive. Establish operating policies and procedures that enable the above.

• Foster a motivated and engaged team through continuous communication

• Strengthen the talent pipeline for Process Safety Professionals globally. Lead, coach, and mentor others in subject matter expertise including but not limited to: standards development & implementation, process hazard analysis (PHA), layers of protection analysis (LOPA), mechanical integrity, fire prevention, high risk safety activities, auditing, and incident investigation.  Provide in-person, in-depth support to assist with organizational skills development.

• Evaluate and establish goals to control key PSM and emergency preparedness risks, including fire prevention 

• Lead specialized initiatives to support implementation of Momentive’s global EHS strategy.

• Develop and/or support specific EHS-Management System standards.

• Lead and conduct PSM and EHS audits, and engage to support associated outcomes & action items

• Develop, track, and evaluate PSM metrics to identify trends and drive improvement

• Construct cost-effective program approaches to PSM activities and initiatives. Participate in the capital planning process for PSM related projects.

• Partner with maintenance and engineering to develop and implement robust Mechanical Integrity programs

• Establish routine communications with key EHS and business leaders to ensure current PSM best practices are shared

• Support PHA/LOPA Facilitator Qualification and Cause Map Facilitator programs.

• Understand and analyze findings (i.e. related to audits, incidents, etc.) to identify common issues and facilitate consistency in recommendations and corrective action. Conduct incident investigation, as needed.

• Develop programs and train company personnel to support PSM activities 

• Provide oversight and technical support for Management of Change and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews

• Monitor and communicate emerging issues and developing regulations

• Completes other duties as assigned

Travel:

• 25% - 50%

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

• BS Degree in relevant technical discipline such as Chemical Engineering

• 5+ years of implementation of Process Safety methodologies (PHA/HAZOP, LOPA, etc.)

• 5+ years of experience in EHS/PSM auditing

• 10+ years of experience in chemical/industrial environment required. This role must a have a mature and experienced leader to be successful. The leader must have delivered sustainable results in improving PSM in their career.

• Strong incident investigation skills

• Strong project management and leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adjust to changing priorities and make decisions with speed and accuracy based on available info