Company: HF Sinclair
Location: Artesia, NM USA
Posting Date : Jun 19, 2025
An exciting opportunity is open for an experienced EHS Field Specialist to support essential safety operations in Artesia, New Mexico. This role plays a key part in promoting a safe work environment across pipeline, terminal, and tank farm operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify potential hazards affecting employees and contractors and help reduce workplace incidents and injuries.
- Provide essential safety support and ensure health and safety practices are followed in daily field operations.
- Conduct onsite assessments to observe job tasks, ensure compliance with safe work practices, and provide real-time coaching and hazard mitigation.
- Lead safety training sessions and assist in aligning training content with regulatory requirements and operational risks.
- Participate in new hire orientations and onboarding programs to embed safety culture from day one.
- Collaborate with operational teams to develop and implement safety policies and procedures.
- Engage in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) working groups aimed at continuous improvement, emergency readiness, and operational excellence.
- Serve as an active member of the emergency response team, participating in drills and equipment deployment scenarios.
- Investigate safety incidents, document findings, and help implement corrective measures.
- Support contractor compliance efforts through ISNetworld.
- Assist with job hazard analyses, project plans, and safe operating procedures.
- Contribute to internal health and safety audits.
- Maintain up-to-date SDS inventories and compliance documentation.
- Issue safe work and confined space permits when required.
- Conduct or coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring to assess exposure risks.
- Help maintain and monitor safety equipment and tools.
- Provide guidance on health and safety matters across departments.
- Track OSHA recordables and ensure all documentation is up to date.
- Review, implement, and enhance compliance policies in line with OSHA, API standards, and industry best practices.
- Deliver Smith System driver safety training to reduce motor vehicle incidents.
- Facilitate First Aid/CPR/AED training as needed.
- Offer safety coverage for specialized or short-term projects.
- Handle other assignments as determined by leadership.
Experience and Education
- Minimum of five years of experience in pipeline, refining, or oil & gas sectors.
- Bachelor’s Degree required. In absence of a degree, an additional four years of relevant experience will be considered.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Strong foundation in occupational safety and industrial hygiene practices.
- Specialized certifications in areas such as incident investigation, hazard assessment, and case management.
- Ability to apply regulatory knowledge to real-world worksite conditions.
- Capable of standing firm on safety compliance while maintaining respectful interactions.
- Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written.
- Competent in reading technical documentation and performing intermediate-level math.
- Willingness to undergo a complete medical exam and meet physical demands of the role.
Work Environment and Conditions
- Primarily field and office-based with up to 40% overnight travel.
- Exposure to environments typical of the midstream petroleum industry, including chemicals, confined spaces, rotating equipment, and varying weather conditions.
- Available for after-hours and weekend call-outs when necessary.
Physical Requirements
- Tasks may involve walking, climbing (up to 50 ft), lifting (up to 25 lbs), pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching, and using PPE.
- Requires visual inspections, precise hand movements, and extended periods of standing or sitting.
Benefits
A competitive benefits package is available, designed to support long-term personal and professional well-being:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Parental Bonding Time
- Educational Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
