About Nextdecade Corporation
NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com.
Summary Of The Role
As an LNG Operations Lead HSSE Advisor, you will lead a team to develop, implement, and manage safety and health programs at the Rio Grande LNG Facility in Brownsville, TX for Operations & Maintenance. The incumbent will lead HSSE initiatives, ensure compliance with regulations and company standards, assist functional leads to ensure requirements are properly integrated and will be responsible for overall project HSE execution. Your leadership will help achieve HSE performance expectations, compliance, and continuous improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:•HSSE Leadership and Compliance:
•Develop, implement, and maintain HSSE programs and procedures in alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements
•Ensure compliance with all relevant HSSE regulations, company policies, and procedures
•Lead and participate in HSSE audits, inspections, and assessments to identify hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols
•Foster a leadership commitment to safety throughout the organization and inspire our team to pursue safety progress through life-saving rules and process safety fundamentals. Empower all employees and contractors with Stop Work authority
•Cultivate a safety culture that promotes open reporting of incidents and near misses, driving continuous improvement in safety practices
•Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification and program needs in support our Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams
•Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and control measures
•Monitor and track HSSE performance indicators (KPIs) and identify areas for continuous improvement
•Assist in the development and implementation of emergency response plans and procedures and participate in emergency response drills and exercises.
•Investigate incidents and near misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
•Training and Communication:
•Provide HSSE training and coaching for employees and contractors and promote a strong HSSE culture within the organization
•Communicate HSSE information and concerns effectively to all stakeholders
•Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to integrate HSSE into all LNG activities
•Provide HSSE input during project planning and execution
•Monitor industry best practices and regulatory updates
•Serve as an on-site HSSE expert, coaching teams to identify and mitigate hazards
•Supervise and mentor HSE personnel, fostering professional development
•Ensure HSE requirements are embedded in planning, design, operations, training, and contracts
•Implement and continuously improve the Company’s HSE Management System and standards
•Support cross-functional teams with HSE compliance and guidance
•Develop and oversee Safety and Health Management Plans aligned with company and regulatory standards
•Participate in the on-call rotation for incident reporting
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
•7 to 9 years of relevant experience.
•HSE-related certifications, such as OHST, CSHO, CHST, ASP or other relevant credential
•Experience in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation
•Ability to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) and maintain in good standing.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact and influence effectively with every level of the organization
•Knowledge of Barrier Management model
•Proficiency in relevant HSSE software and tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•Associates degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, environmental science, safety management)
•In depth understanding of the Risk Assesment Processes, and Process Safety Fundamentals principles
•Experience in LNG-specific hazards, cryogenic risks, and emergency response planning
•Understanding of regulatory requirements (FERC, PHMSA, USCG, OSHA, API, ISO 31000, NFPA 59A, and LNG-specific regulations)
•5 + years’ experience in leadership role(s) risk assessment, safety management, or HSE within LNG, oil & gas, or petrochemical industries
•Experience in working with KPI guidelines to track monthly requirements aligned to the NextDecade RGLNG annual business plans
•Proven experience managing HSE initiatives within large-scale, complex projects, with a track record of translating strategic objectives into actionable safety plans
•Strong analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions by applying comprehensive knowledge of HSE practices and regulations
•Exceptional ability to communicate complex safety and environmental information clearly and effectively to diverse teams and stakeholders
•Demonstrated experience working in cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of safety
Job Site Work Environment
•Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
•Operates in a complex construction environment
•Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
•Not necessarily protected from weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions
•Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits
•Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction
•Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers w/scanner and fax, and radios
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.
•Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required
•Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of traveling to a designed muster point during emergency situations
•Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift
•The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities
•Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance
•Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
•Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods
•May be required to enter confined spaces
•May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
•In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire
NEXTDECADE VALUES
•Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us
•Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do
•Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions
•Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work
•Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders
•Diversity – We value diversity of people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed
NextDecadeprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Brownsville, TX
full_time
