Hybrid HSSE Specialist bei Fervo Energy Company

Description

The HSSE Specialist will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental programs. This role is critical to ensuring a strong safety culture, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across all company activities. The HSSE Specialist will be responsible for establishing and maintaining HSSE standards and procedures, supporting Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives, delivering safety training, managing HSSE systems, and leading internal audits and assessments. This role will report to the Senior Director of Health, Safety, & Environment. 

Requirements

  Responsibilities

• Standards, Procedures & Regulatory Compliance: Develop, update, and enforce company-wide HSSE policies, standards, and operating procedures in alignment with local, state, and federal regulations. Ensure documentation and practices reflect current regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOE, IOGP) and industry best practices. Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate HSSE requirements into operational workflows and project planning.
• Process Safety Management (PSM): Support the implementation and maintenance of Process Safety Management systems. Facilitate PSM elements such as Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), mechanical integrity, and incident investigation. Coordinate with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe design and operation of equipment and processes.
• Training & Workforce Engagement: Develop and deliver HSSE training programs for field and office personnel, including onboarding, refresher, task-specific, and compliance trainings. Track and analyze training effectiveness and participation, ensuring all personnel are equipped to operate safely and responsibly. Foster a strong safety culture through regular communication, toolbox talks, and behavioral safety observations.
• HSSE Systems & Technology: Maintain and improve HSSE management systems (e.g., incident reporting tools, audit platforms, compliance tracking). Generate reports, dashboards, and metrics to monitor safety performance and identify areas for improvement. Lead the digitalization and automation of HSSE processes where applicable.
• Audits, Assessments & Continuous Improvement: Plan and execute internal HSSE audits, inspections, and self-assessments to verify compliance and identify gaps. Coordinate and support external audits and regulatory inspections. Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and trend analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in an HSSE, EHS, or industrial safety role, preferably in energy, utilities, or manufacturing sectors.
• Professional certifications(s) such as BCSP: CSP, CIH, SMP, OSHT, CHST preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, PSM standards, and other applicable safety/environmental frameworks
• Experience with safety management systems and audit protocols. Experience with ISO 14001/ISO 45001 systems or preferred equivalent
• Excellent communication, training, and facilitation skills; Bilingual is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSSE software platforms
• Ability to travel to Fervo field and office locations with or without reasonable accommodation up to 30% of the time

Location

Fervo Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX with satellite offices in the Bay Area, CA, Golden, CO and Reno, NV. This position will be eligible for some hybrid work flexibility, but regular in-office presence at the Houston office will be required. Regular travel is required for this position.