NOVA Chemicals

Coordinator, Occupational Safety, ER & Security

NOVA Chemicals$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Natural or Applied Sciences or equivalent, with 8+ years of practical experience, or a 2-year technical diploma with 10+ years of related experience.
  • Professional certification in an applicable field preferred (e.g., COSS, OHST, CSP or CIH).
  • Extensive knowledge of OSHA regulations and emergency response.
  • Experience developing and managing HSE compliance systems.
  • Ability to use role-specific software and standard company systems (e.g. SAP).
  • Experience in the chemical manufacturing industry is preferred.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Champion HSE programs for organization-wide understanding.
  • Coordinate and maintain Occupational Safety, Security, and Emergency Response programs.
  • Lead site Emergency Preparedness and Security programs.
  • Serve as a site Subject Matter Expert on Occupational Safety matters.
  • Develop and implement HSE training strategies for the site.
  • Support site HSE management systems and RC14001 compliance.
  • Interact with leadership and plant personnel on Safety requirements.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance considered for the position.
  • Travel requirement of up to 10%.
  • Work conducted in various indoor and outdoor environments throughout different seasons.
  • Physical demands may include lifting and climbing ladders.
  • On-call duties required due to 24/7 plant operations.
  • Required to wear respiratory protective equipment and pass fit tests.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 3845

Closing Date: 07/26/2026

This position could be located in the following location(s): Geismar Site - Geismar, LA

As member of the HSE Team, the HSE Coordinator, Occupational Safety, Security, andEmergency Response is responsible for the coordination of Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response for the Plant. The role also interfaces with a diverse group of customers including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Plant Leadership, Corporate, industry neighbors, and outside regulatory agencies.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:
  • Champion HSE programs to all levels of site organization for understanding of benefits and impacts.
  • Coordinate, develop, and maintain Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response programs in compliance with regulatory and NOVA requirements.
  • Lead site Emergency Preparedness and Security programs.
  • Lead emergency or crisis response activities.
  • Serve as site Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response matters.
  • Represent the site on NOVA strategy teams/Communities of Practice and trade organizations as directed by site HSE Leader.
  • Support the Contractor Management program.
  • Provide HSE support for Turnarounds and Projects.
  • Develop and implement Health, Safety, Environment, Security and Emergency Response training strategies.
  • Support site HSE management systems, RC14001.
  • Guide and verify implementation of NOVA programs and procedures.
  • Support incident management system and lead root cause analysis where needed.
  • Identify complex program issues and leads cross-functional problem-solving.
  • Maintain in-depth awareness of functional Federal and State regulatory requirements for Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response.
  • Determine the implications of regulatory changes for Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response and manage required change.
  • Coordinate the assurance (audits/inspections) program and facilitate gap analyses in your area of accountability.
  • Interact with leadership, operations and other plant personnel to ensure a consistent understanding of Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response requirements.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies during inspections and for regulatory reporting (e.g. United States Coast Guard).
  • Identify and implement improvements to business processes, including RC 14001 management system programs to effectively manage and mitigate health and safety risk.
  • Rotate on-call with Safety team members.
  • Demonstrate the ability to move a team to consensus on difficult issues and effectively deal with uncertainty.


What We Are Looking For:
  • Bachelor's degree in Natural or Applied Sciences or equivalent, with 8+ years of practical experience or 2 year technical school diploma with 10+ years of related practical experience.
  • Professional certification in an applicable field is preferred (e.g., COSS, OHST, CSP or CIH).
  • Extensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, Occupational Safety, Security and Emergency Response.
  • Experience developing and/or managing HSE compliance systems.
  • Ability to effectively use "role specific" software and effectively use standard company computer systems and programs (e.g., SAP, etc.).
  • Experience in the chemical manufacturing industry is preferred.
  • Proficiency in the following competencies: trouble shooting, problem solving, excellent written and oral communication skills.


You Can Stand Out If:
  • You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
  • You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
  • You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.
  • You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals.


Additional Information:
  • Relocation will be considered for this position
  • Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
  • This role requires up to 10% travel
  • Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
  • Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders within various levels of the units
  • Callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation
  • In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
  • The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver's license
  • The position will require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) through the Transportation Security Administration.
  • This posting is for an existing vacancy


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About NOVA Chemicals

NOVA Chemicals is a chemicals company that produces plastics and chemicals that are used in a variety of applications, including packaging, automotive, and construction. The company is committed to sustainability and has a strong focus on reducing its environmental impact. NOVA Chemicals has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is known for its innovative products and has a strong reputation in the industry. NOVA Chemicals is committed to delivering value to its customers and stakeholders, and it has a strong track record of financial performance.
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