Safety Senior II - Underground Storage Field and Safety Advisor

About Us 

SoCalGas, the nation’s largest gas distribution utility, is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy to over 21 million Southern California customers. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the needs of our communities we proudly uphold our mindset of “Glad to be of Service”  and  provide exceptional customer service today and ready to meet California’s energy needs with innovative solutions for tomorrow.  

As an employee of SoCalGas, you will support our core values to do the right thing, champion people, and shape the future. You will play a pivotal role in the energy transition initiatives, supporting our mission: Safe, reliable, and affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow.  We are committed to attracting top talent and fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the vibrant communities we serve.   

As an employee of SoCalGas, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation plan, upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance.  Discover the rewards of joining SoCalGas by exploring our website: Our Mission; Sustainability, In the Community, and Employee Benefits. Join SoCalGas today and become a vital part of a team that is driving innovation, championing community needs, and shaping the future of energy in California. 

Primary Purpose
Leads operational construction and field and safety requirement for the rigs and rig and rigless well work sites within SIMP and UGS. Directs and manages the implementation of the UGS Safety Program and is responsible for SoCalGas Contractor Safety Program compliance. Responsible for overseeing and managing the wells and rigsites construction and associated Safety Plans and activities including route management, well work SOPs, field safety audits and resource requirements. Leads, controls, monitors, and assists team members, both Company and outside Contractors, coordinating their work inputs from and participation with, various other departments within the Company as needed to meet Program objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads development and continuous improvement of company-wide safety programs, including contractor safety and behavioral safety initiatives.
• Acts as subject matter expert for complex safety topics, providing guidance on high-risk operations, regulatory interpretation, and technical standards.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of safety training, adjusting content and delivery methods to improve knowledge retention and reduce incident rates.
• Oversees and coordinates incident investigations, ensuring thorough documentation, root cause analysis, and communication of findings to senior leadership.
• Leads the integration of safety technologies, such as digital inspection tools, real-time monitoring systems, and analytics platforms to enhance incident prevention and response.
• Leads post-incident reviews and continuous improvement efforts to prevent recurrence, including revising procedures and introducing new safety controls.
• Conducts advanced risk assessments for critical processes, offering expert insight on hazard identification and mitigation strategies.
• Drives risk assessment initiatives across all departments to proactively identify emerging safety concerns and implement preventive solutions before incidents occur.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

$115500 - $182500 / year

Education

• Requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience

• Requires 8 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Required: Ability to anticipate emerging safety risks.
• Required: Ability to balance regulatory compliance with operational realities.
• Required: Ability to operate autonomously on high-impact safety initiatives.
• Required: Knowledge of advanced safety management systems and risk assessment methodologies.
• Required: Knowledge of root-cause analysis and corrective action frameworks.
• Required: Skill in leading complex audits, investigations, or safety improvement projects.
• Required: Skill in synthesizing data from multiple sources to support decision-making.

Benefits   

SoCalGas offers a comprehensive benefits program to help support employees both personally and professionally. These benefits include, but are not limited to:  

• Competitive pay & Annual Bonus program  
• Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)  
• 401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan  
• Work/Life Balance including generous PTO  
• Wellness Programs/Classes   
• Tuition/Education Reimbursement  
• Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University  

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