Brownsville, TX

HSSE – HSSE /

Full-Time /

On-Site

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 a Sr. HSSE Advisor, you will develop, implement, and manage safety and health programs for operations and maintenance at the Rio Grande LNG Facility in Brownsville, TX, while leading efforts in incident management, investigation, and root cause analysis. The incumbent will lead HSSE initiatives, ensure compliance with regulations, company standards and assist functional leads to ensure requirements are properly integrated and be responsible for overall project HSE execution. Your expertise will help achieve HSE performance expectations, compliance, and continuous improvement.

This position will be the focal point for all site HSSE Incidents & Incident Management. The role will ensure that all incidents are properly reported, classified, investigated, and analyzed to ensure that incident do not reoccur. The incumbent will need to be well versed in risk ranking, Actual and Potential as well as Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis Techniques.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ HSSE Guidance 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. + Risk Management: + 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. + Emergency Response: + Assist in the development and implementation of emergency response plans and procedures. + 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. + Communicate HSSE information and concerns effectively to all stakeholders. + Promote a strong HSSE culture within the organization. + Other Responsibilities: + Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure HSSE considerations are integrated into all aspects of LNG operations. + Participate in project planning and execution, providing HSSE input and guidance. + Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes related to LNG operations. + Act as a subject matter expert and is a recognized on-site leader. Coaches site teams and employees on how to identify and eliminate hazards. + Assures that HSE requirements are properly interpreted and integrated in planning documents, design criteria, and operational plans, schedules, training programs, and subcontract documents. + Applies application of Company’s HSE Management System and standards to achieve, maintain, and continually improve HSE program execution. + Assures support within HSE teams and to Engineering, Construction, Operations, Legal, Contracts, Procurement, Management, and other functions regarding HSE requirements. + Help write and oversee implementation of Safety and Health Management Plans, and other HSE plans in compliance with Company’s HSE Management System, standards, and contract and regulatory requirements. + Work on an on-call duty schedule for incident reporting.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

+ Bachelor of Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Fire Protection, or related field + 5 Years of Safety/Emergency Response Experience + HSE Experience supporting Cryogenic Operations + Knowledge of OSHA 1910, NFPA, IFC/IBC Regulations + Ability to participate in the management, investigation, & analysis of incidents + Demonstrate proficiency in various risk assessment techniques and application of the Hierachy of Controls. + Ability to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact and influence effectively with every level of the organization. + Experience in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation. + Proficiency in relevant HSSE software and tools. + Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status. + Experience with KPI Trending techniques, tools, such as Power BI and the creation of dashboards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Master of Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Fire Protection, or related field + Greater than 5 Years of Safety/Emergency Response Experience + HSE experience supporting an LNG Liquefaction Operation - LNG-specific hazards, cryogenic risks, and emergency response planning. + In depth knowledge of OSHA 1910, NFPA, IFC/IBC Regulations + Ability to lead in the management, investigation, & analysis of incidents + In depth understanding of the Risk Assessment Processes, and Process Safety Fundamentals principles. + 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

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.

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.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

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.