NextDecade · 21 hours ago
Sr. Advisor, HSSE Commissioning & Startup
Brownsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNextDecade Corporation is focused on providing reliable, lower-carbon energy through the development of natural gas liquefaction capacity. The Sr. Advisor, HSSE Commissioning & Startup will lead HSSE efforts during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up phases of a large-scale LNG project, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and managing high-risk hazards.
EnergyIndustrialNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Lead, Participate, & serve as a Technical Expert in the development, implementation, and management of CSU / HSSE Management Plans & Procedures in compliance with Company’s HSSE Management System, standards, and contract and regulatory requirements
Lead, Develop, Implement & maintain CSU & HSSE programs and procedures and serve as a technical resource to provide direction on the safe execution of work, following all CSU / HSSE programs / procedures, regulations, and compliance requirements
Lead, Participate, & serve as a Technical Expert in CSU / HSSE audits, inspections, and assessments to identify hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols
Lead, Participate, & serve as a Technical Expert in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) risk assessments and hazard identification in support of E&C, CSU, & Operations
Lead, Participate, & serve as a Technical Expert in SIMOPs risk reviews, Permit to Work activities, and Control of Hazardous Energy / Lock out Tag out
Intermediate or above knowledge level to Develop, Implement, and Management of Process Safety Management (PSM) elements / HSSE programs, processes, and procedures. Interface strategically with Construction, Owner, and the SIMOPS Coordinator for necessary permits, work authorizations, and Lockout/Tagout, ensuring appropriate System Engineer involvement
Verify field-level execution and documentation of critical safety systems such as: Permit-to-Work (PTW) and LOTO, Confined space entry, Hot work controls, Control of Hazardous Energy / LoTo, Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), Management of Change (MoC)
Administer and ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, USCG, DOT, and the Railroad Commission of Texas, as applicable
Conduct hazard identification (HAZID), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and "what-if" scenarios to identify risks and develop appropriate mitigation measures
Review and provide expert input on all facility operating procedures, safety guidelines, and policies, acting as the subject matter expert (SME) for safety protocols
Provide safety training (e.g., LOTO, confined space, etc.) to personnel and contractors, coaching field teams on best practices and safety culture
Facilitate and direct incident investigations and root cause analyses to ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and tracked to completion
Manage and oversee emergency response programs, including fire brigade and rescue teams, ensuring effective planning, training, and drill execution
Perform process and performance safety audits and prepare reports on leading and lagging safety indicators for management review and continuous improvement
Work closely with Contractors, E&C, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure CSU / HSSE considerations are aligned with all stakeholders
Will strive for continuous improvement to ensure “Zero Accidents” over the life of the Project, while supporting safety performance that is inclusive of the Client’s vision and strategic plans
Will support the CSU / HSSE corporate function to ensure necessary processes are developed and implemented to support the Construction / CSU phase as well as post-handover Commercial Operations
Establish commissioning procedures, checklists, and quality standards aligned with project specifications and applicable codes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Safety & Health or other related technical/science field, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of safety-related experience in large capital projects within construction, oil & gas, or industrial environments
Comprehensive understanding of pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and initial operations processes
TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required for facility access
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for interfacing with diverse teams and regulatory agencies
Possess superior verbal, written, interpersonal, public speaking, facilitation, and presentation communication skills when interacting with both internal and external stakeholders
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Detail orientated and able to quickly review documentation for accuracy and relevance
Preferred
8+ years of safety-related experience in construction, oil & gas, or industrial environments
5+ years of safety-related experience in LNG or natural gas facilities
HSE-related certifications, such as CSP, ASP, CHST, CHMM, etc
In depth understanding of the Risk Assessment Processes & PSM 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)
Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Prior experience with Bechtel startup processes and procedures
Company
NextDecade
NextDecade is an LNG development company focusing on LNG export projects and associated pipelines.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.76BKey Investors
General AtlanticMUFG BankTotalEnergies
2025-09-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.7B
2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $5.18B
2025-01-06Post Ipo Debt· $175M
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