Group Process Safety Manager

Job Purpose We are hiring a Group Process Safety Manager. This hybrid role can sit in either our Syracuse NY, Albany NY, Brooklyn NY or Waltham MA office.

As Group Process Safety Manager, you'll provide strategic leadership and governance for Process Safety across National Grid. Your primary responsibility is to develop and embed a robust Group-level Process Safety Management System that aligns with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, ensuring consistent standards and effective risk control across all Business Units (BUs).

You'll act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, support the Executive Safety, Health & Sustainability Subcommittee, and collaborate with BU teams to guide implementation, without assuming direct operational responsibility. You'll also contribute to third-line assurance activities and support second-line efforts where additional independence or technical expertise is required.

In partnership with the Policy and Reporting Manager, you'll help establish systems for accurate data collection, trending, and performance reporting, enabling informed decision-making and proactive risk management.

What You'll Do

As Group Process Safety Manager, you'll be instrumental in shaping and executing the NG Process Safety strategy across the group. This high-impact role blends technical leadership, strategic oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the safety and integrity of our assets and operations

- Lead the development of Group-level Process Safety Management System (PSMS) that aligned with industry standards, recommended good practices, risk-based process safety (RBPS), and regulatory frameworks, including the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Process Safety Management (OSHA PSM, 29 CFR 1910.119) standard and the Environmental Protection Agency’s Risk Management Plan (EPA RMP) rule

- Integrate Process Safety into the broader Safety, Health and Wellbeing Management System, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local regulations

- Experienced in leading and facilitating advanced hazard analysis and risk assessment including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) work, Quantative Risk Assessments (QRAs), As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) studies to support Business Units in their risk identifiaction and reduction

- Influence senior leadership through risk-based decision-making, including the application of ALARP principles

- Support the development of BU-specific Process Safety programs to ensure alignment with Group strategy and standards

- Develop and lead the Group’s Process Safety Assurance strategy, fostering collaboration with second-line functions and engaging Corporate Audit and external specialists as needed to support third-line assurance activities as well as reviewing Certificate of Assurance (CoA) process

- Support second-line assurance activities to provide where additional independence or technical expertise

- Provide strategic input into major capital project reviews when requested, ensuring Process Safety risks are managed throughout the asset lifecycle

- Support annual performance evaluations and contribute to executive-level governance reporting by offering expert advice on the effectiveness and robustness of internal process safety risk controls

- Provide expert support in investigating significant Process Safety incidents, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and corrective actions, included sharing of lessons learned.

- Collaborate with Data & Reporting teams to establish systems for accurate data collection, analysis, and trending

- Partner with the Incident Management System team to enhance data visualization and reporting of process safety events for business units and enterprise-wide insights

- Serve as a trusted advisor across NG, offering expert guidance to operational leaders and stakeholders on process safety risk identification & reduction

- Champion the development of Process Safety knowledge, mentoring Group peers and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

- Represent NG in industry forums, regulatory engagements, and collaborative networks to influence standards and share best practices

- Support the development and revision of Process Safety policies and procedures, ensuring they are current, compliant, and aligned with strategic goals

- Assess organisational compliance with current legislation and proactively evaluate the potential implications of emerging legal and regulatory changes

- Maintain awareness of emerging technologies & systems that enhance Process Safety performance & reporting

- Collaborate with the Group Risk & Resilience team to support emergency response and crisis management frameworks

What You'll Bring

- Proven experience in Process Safety Engineering within high-hazard U.S. industries such as thermal power generation, oil & gas, LNG storage, LNG trucking, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing

- Strong understanding of risk-based process safety, including Center of Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) guidelines and U.S. regulatory frameworks, including OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements

- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in industrial and operational environments, preferably with at least 2 years in an EHS or Process Safety leadership role

- Familiarity with safety-critical systems, asset integrity, and operational risk management in energy generation, transmission, or distribution

- Experience in post-design phase Process Safety management, including commissioning, operations, and lifecycle risk control.

- Ability to interpret and apply guidelines from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American Petroleum Institute (API), and Center for Chemical Process Safety

- Possess auditor qualifications such as IRCA certification, ISO 45001, ANSI/ISA 61511, or demonstrate substantial experience in conducting internal audits

- Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, user-friendly reports and documentation. Strong expertise in Human Factors, with deep understanding of how human behaviour and performance impact safety and system effectiveness

- Commitment to workplace process safety & operational excellence

- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex technical and organizational risks.

- Confident communicator capable of influencing and coaching senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

- Collaborative and constructive in stakeholder engagement, with a focus on building trust and alignment.

- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical insights into actionable strategies.

- Resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Safety, or a related technical discipline. Master’s degree is preferred

- Demonstrated proficiency in process hazard analysis techniques, including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) work, Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRAs), As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) studies to support Business Units in their risk identification and reduction

- Strong working knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks, including OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP)

- Experience implementing and auditing against standards such as ANSI/API RP 754, NFPA, and CCPS guidelines

- Certification or significant experience in process safety auditing, such as Certified Process Safety Auditor (CPSA), ISO 45001, or equivalent internal audit experience

- Excellent technical writing/documentation skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports for technical and executive audiences

- In-depth understanding of Human Factors Engineering and its application in high-hazard environments

Salary

Upstate NY $118,000 - $139,000 a year

Downstate NY $142,000 - $167,000 a year

New England MA $133,000 - $156,000 a year

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This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.