Site Safety and Environmental Officer

Job ID

41344 |

Location

Broussard, Louisiana, USA |

Work Model

Onsite

As the Site Safety and Environmental Officer for Clariant's Broussard and Reserve sites, you will be at the forefront of building a safer, more sustainable future —leading ESHA strategy, compliance, and performance across dynamic onshore and offshore operations.

You will drive the implementation of Clariant's Care Chemicals BU ESHA targets, champion risk management programs, and serve as the go-to expert for regulatory compliance, from air, water, and waste permitting to offshore requirements.

Partnering closely with site teams, ESHA leaders, and local regulators, you will turn compliance into a competitive advantage, ensuring Clariant's workforce, including offshore Oil Services employees, operates safely, responsibly, and with confidence.

This is a role where your expertise directly protects people, preserves the environment, and shapes the culture of operational excellence, making a real, visible impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead Environmental, Safety, Health & Asset (ESHA) activities at the Broussard and Reserve sites to ensure compliance with local regulations and Clariant guidelines, while supporting efficient operations and production.

Accountable for ESHA key performance indicators and implementation of Care Chemicals BU ESHA targets.

• Maintain Safety and Environmental compliance for Offshore Oil Services employees, including coordinating new employee onboarding, managing compliance in customer contractor management platforms (e. g., ISNetworld, Avetta), and facilitating drug and alcohol screening.

Maintain working knowledge of offshore regulatory requirements for the Gulf of America.

• Develop and implement strategies to improve ESHA performance, collaborating with site ESHA representatives and the BU ESHA partner to drive continuous improvement across Broussard and Reserve.
• Ensure action items arising from audits, regulatory visits, customer claims, or other sources are formally defined and completed in a timely manner.

Establish and maintain a structured incident investigation and root cause analysis process.

• Implement and maintain risk identification and management programs, including Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plans (RMP).

Serve as the on-site expert for process safety, ensuring appropriate controls and assessments are in place.

• Build and maintain working relationships with local regulators to secure, maintain, and amend air, water, and waste permits across all sites.

Engage external consultants and site partners as needed for specialized compliance expertise.

• Review and update operating procedures and training materials for site and offshore chemical service representatives.
• Lead and support the Local Emergency Management team, including planning, participation, and preparedness activities.
• Ensure that all site improvements and operational changes are managed in accordance with the Management of Change process.
• Coordinate and report on sustainability projects and regional environmental metrics

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a petrochemical or chemical manufacturing environment with varied ESH responsibilities
• 5+ years of experience in a chemical plant environment with varied ESH responsibilities
• 3+ years of experience in PSM (Process Safety Management) and/or Safety

What´s in it for you?

• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry‑over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Clariant is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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