PROCESS SAFETY RISK ASSESSMENT MANAGER - Arkema Americas - King of Prussia, PA
We are looking for a Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager for Arkema Inc. The position is currently located in our American headquarter in King of Prussia, PA.
This position is responsible for :
process safety, risk management and loss prevention program development and continuous improvement for all our facilities;
a minimum of two direct staff level process safety risk engineers and the management of process risk consultant services;
being the Corporate point of contact on the subject of process safety and risk management in coordination with our Asian and European counterpart.
The Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager actively collaborates with other Arkema Process Risk experts that may be either located in the plant or in the different Arkema business units. He is also directly involved in the Process Safety assessment for large projects (typically over 15 million $). In parallel with this Corporate coordination and Process Safety promotion, the Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager will provide support to the facilities by assisting in some of the regulatory and process safety program compliance (audits) and by providing guidance on sites when needed.
By good interpersonal skills, extensive knowledge of process safety and regulatory/industry standards and strong operational legitimacy , the Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager will be able to drive our program across our organization.
The Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager reports to and receives functional guidance from the Director, Industrial Safety. This position is directly responsible for a minimum of two (2) staff level process safety risk engineers, and the management of process risk consultant services. The Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager is responsible for process safety, risk management, and loss prevention program development and continuous improvements.This position is responsible for being the corporate point of contact on the subject of process safety and risk management.
Job dimensions
Manages the implementation of a comprehensive process safety and risk management program at all facilities by coordinating Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies, coordinating Facility Siting Studies (FSS), and utilizing various tools to complete risk assessments on topics such as transportation, industrial, and process safety.
Promotes continuous improvement of the process safety and risk management program by identifying program opportunities and deficiencies, proposing new initiatives or standards to address them, and coordinating the implementation of such initiatives or standards.
Actively collaborates with other Arkema process risk experts in the efforts of developing and implementing global company standards for process safety and risk management.
Acts as the company liaison, providing a technical voice for Arkema, on industry collaborative committees such as the CCPS Technical Steering Committee and ACC Process Safety Committee / Network.
Identifies and coordinates training necessary to promote knowledge and competency in process risk management philosophy and techniques.
Provides support to all facilities by assisting in regulatory and process safety program compliance (audits), coordinating special projects of varying complexity, technical assistance reviews and special assessments.
Provides technical guidance in the application and interpretation of loss prevention practices and best practices, such as NFPA, PSM, RMP, etc,
Activities
All position activities are focused on continuous improvement of process safety risk management throughout the company through evaluation of existing systems and programs and the identification of improvement opportunities.
Provides technical support to the plants by responding to requests for assistance with process risk assessments, continuous improvement opportunities, or clarifications and interpretations. Contributes to and develops corporate-wide policies and procedures.
Actively works with the process risk experts and group in Lyon, France to benchmark company activities, expand our technical tools and offerings, and promote the development of global standards. Champions new standards or revisions to exiting standards to ensure continued compliance with regulations and best practices.
Provides guidance and leadership to the group’s Process Safety Risk Engineer(s) thru active mentoring and task distribution, in an effort to advance Arkema’s process risk management program to best in class performance.
Context and environment
This is a staff specialist position within the central corporate HES Department, which provides services to approximately 30 manufacturing locations within 7 business groups with different line management. The incumbent is expected to operate with minimal supervision for the vast majority of activities with a strong reliance on experience and good organizational skills. The position principally serves in a consulting capacity and works with all levels of facility, business/staff unit, and senior management personnel. Implementation of recommendations is the responsibility of business and staff unit management, but this position can significantly influence actions through credible and valued contributions. Issues of imminent importance are raised through department management to be addressed appropriately. This position helps to ensure that issues of importance are known and addressed, and provides technical assistance.
Accountabilities
Ensure proper scope and staffing for a variety of audits as well as proper communication of important findings.
Identification of effective corrective actions when opportunities for improvement are identified.
With minimum of supervision, provide on-target and timely consultation on all H&S matters (policy, program, facility issues, regulatory interpretations, etc) to all levels of the organization.
Work product reflects regulatory and organizational priorities as well as effectiveness and efficiency.
Meet H&S project objectives for key company initiatives where incumbent has assumed the project manager role.
Qualifications / experience required
B.S. degree in chemical / mechanical engineering or other related technical field.
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in process safety management, including at least 5 years in the chemical, pharmaceutical or petroleum refinery industry.
Comprehensive knowledge of process safety and risk management is required.
Requires extensive knowledge of regulatory and industry standards, research of specific issues of concern, ability to implement practical resolutions, and clear communication.
Should be a recognized functional specialist in the company.
The Process Safety Risk Assessment Manager requires both a high degree of technical knowledge and good interpersonal skills, as well as organizational and management skills.
A global chemical company and France’s leading chemicals producer, Arkema is building the future of the chemical industry
every day. Deploying a responsible, innovation-based approach, we produce state-of-the-art specialty chemicals that
provide customers with practical solutions to such challenges as climate change, access to drinking water, the future of
energy, fossil fuel preservation and the need for lighter materials. With operations in close to 50 countries, some 19,000
employees and research centers in North America, France and Asia, Arkema generates pro forma annual revenue of some
$8.1 billion, and holds leadership positions in all its markets with a portfolio of internationally recognized brands.,
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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