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NextDecade Corporation lists this VP, HSSE opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION
NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower‑carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost‑effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. 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, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol NEXT. NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
The VP, HSSE serves as the company’s senior leader responsible for defining and executing the enterprise‑wide strategy across health, safety, security, environment, and sustainability. Reporting into the COO, this role is accountable for embedding HSSE principles into all phases of the business—from project development and construction through commissioning and operations.
The VP, HSSE will shape and lead a high‑performing organization, establish consistent management systems, and provide executive‑level guidance on risk, compliance, and performance, while serving as a key external representative on HSSE and sustainability matters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Enterprise HSSE Strategy
Define and execute an integrated HSSE strategy aligned with NextDecade’s business objectives, regulatory requirements
Serve as the company’s senior subject matter expert, advising executive leadership on risk, compliance, and performance across all HSSE disciplines
Leadership & Culture
Shape, develop and lead a high‑performing HSSE organization, fostering strong followership, accountability, and visible leadership
Champion a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainability through consistent leadership behaviors and enterprise‑wide engagement
Governance & Management Systems
Establish and maintain consistent HSSE policies, standards, and management systems across the company, ensuring appropriate flexibility for local regulatory requirements
Embed HSSE principles into core business processes, including project development, construction, and operations
Operational Integration & Risk Management
Integrate HSSE requirements into critical business processes, including asset integrity, Management of Change (MOC), Safety Case frameworks, and operational readiness
Identify, assess, and mitigate HSSE risks, ensuring proactive management of high‑consequence hazards across projects and operations
Incident Management & Compliance
Provide executive oversight of incident response and investigation for high‑potential events, ensuring root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions
Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, contractual, and company HSSE requirements across all operations
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
Partner with internal functions (Operations, Projects, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial) to embed HSSE priorities into business decision‑making
Lead engagement with industry bodies and external stakeholders on HSSE and sustainability matters, including oversight of ESG‑related disclosures and reporting
Sustainability & Environmental Strategy
Lead the development and integration of sustainability and environmental strategies, including emissions reduction, carbon management, and environmental impact mitigation
Ensure alignment of HSSE programs with company‑wide sustainability commitments
Performance & Continuous Improvement
Establish and oversee HSSE performance metrics, driving continuous improvement through data‑driven insights, benchmarking, and best practice adoption
Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 15 years of progressive HSSE leadership experience within the oil and gas, energy, or related industrial sector, including leadership across major capital projects, construction, and operating environments
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, HSSE, or related discipline required
Proven experience developing and implementing enterprise‑wide HSSE policies, standards, and management systems
Deep expertise across HSSE disciplines, including process safety, environmental management, and risk management, with strong working knowledge of Safety Case frameworks and major accident hazard management
Demonstrated ability to lead high‑performing teams and influence across matrixed organizations, including operations, projects, and contractor environments
Strong analytical, risk management, and decision‑making capabilities, with the ability to advise executive leadership on enterprise risk and regulatory matters
Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, codes, and industry standards related to occupational health, safety, and environmental compliance
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a multicultural, global, and project‑driven environment
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Advanced degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSP or equivalent)
Experience in LNG and/or other high‑hazard industries, including Safety Case development and implementation
Experience leading sustainability and/or ESG strategy, including emissions management and environmental performance
Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., SASB, TCFD)
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to project sites, offices, and external stakeholder locations, including South Texas and other operational locations
Formal training in HSSE disciplines such as planning, management, and HSSE performance evaluation
Membership in a professional safety organization and/or National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification
Occupational Health and Safety Degree, Diploma or CSP would be a plus
National Construction Safety Officer Certificate would be a plus
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Ability and willingness to travel frequently to the Rio Grande LNG facility based in Brownsville, TX, and external stakeholder locations.
JOB SITE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions
Operates in a complex construction environment
Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions; possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions
Exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits
Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch level sufficient to cause marked distraction
Routinely uses standard office and field communications equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers with scanner and fax, and radios
Ability to drive to other company work locations as required
Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, including being physically capable of travelling to a designated muster point during emergency situations
Stand or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift
The incumbent is required to have fully mechanical motion and usage of all extremities
Physically able to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. without assistance
Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions; required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Must be able to clearly communicate with others via radio, phone, and verbal methods
May be required to enter confined spaces
May be required to work at elevated heights and access elevated structures without assistance
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.
OTHER DUTIES
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
NEXTDECADE VALUES
Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.
Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.
Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.
Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.
Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.
NextDecade provides 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. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
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