Director - HSE at Downhole Chemical Solutions – Marshall, Texas

Downhole Chemical Solutions (DCS) is an employee-owned oil and gas chemical company delivering performance-driven solutions in hydraulic fracturing. Founded in 2015, we specialize in slickwater fluid systems and stimulation chemistries backed by data, engineering expertise, and hands-on field execution. With a growing footprint across major U.S. shale plays, DCS is built on a commitment to safety, accountability, and teamwork. As an ESOP company, every employee plays a role in our success and shares in the results of the work we do.

We are seeking an HSE Director who will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental programs across all operations. This role is responsible for developing and implementing policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading incident investigations, managing environmental reporting requirements, and fostering a culture of safety throughout the organization.

The Director works closely with executive leadership, operations teams, and field personnel to proactively identify risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Key Responsibilities:

HSE Program Leadership

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide Health, Safety, and Environmental programs and policies.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory agencies.
• Provide strategic guidance to operations leadership on safety, environmental, and regulatory matters.
• Lead the company’s safety culture initiatives, ensuring safety is embedded in operational decision-making.

Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Reporting

• Oversee compliance with environmental regulations and reporting requirements, including spill reporting, emissions reporting, waste management, and chemical handling requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting for regulatory agencies including EPA, OSHA, DOT, and state environmental agencies.
• Maintain compliance with Hazard Communication standards, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management.
• Ensure appropriate environmental permits and regulatory filings are maintained and submitted on time.

Incident Management & Investigations

• Lead and oversee incident investigations, including safety, environmental, and vehicle-related events.
• Ensure proper documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate internal and external reporting requirements following incidents.
• Track incident metrics and develop strategies to reduce risk exposure.

Driving Safety & Vehicle Monitoring

• Oversee the company’s safe driving program, including vehicle safety policies and driver accountability.
• Manage the dashcam monitoring program, including review of footage related to safety events, driver coaching, and policy enforcement.
• Ensure employees operating company vehicles comply with safe driving expectations and applicable DOT requirements.

Drug & Alcohol Program Administration

• Manage the company’s drug and alcohol testing program, including post-incident, random, and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate testing procedures, documentation, and follow-up actions.

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership and guidance to the HSE Specialist and other safety personnel.
• Develop training programs and ensure employees receive required HSE training.
• Support managers in implementing safe work practices across all locations.

Contractor Compliance & ISNetworld (ISN) Management

• Manage and maintain the company’s ISNetworld (ISN) contractor compliance program.
• Ensure all required safety documentation, insurance certificates, policies, and regulatory information are accurately maintained and submitted within ISNetworld.
• Monitor client-specific contractor safety requirements and ensure company compliance with all applicable operator and customer standards.
• Maintain and improve the company’s ISNetworld safety grade and compliance standing, proactively addressing audit findings, corrective actions, and client feedback.

Safety Performance Analytics

• Monitor and report company TRIR, LTIR, vehicle incident rates, and safety KPIs, ensuring accurate reporting within ISNetworld and other contractor compliance platforms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Relevant safety certifications may substitute for degree requirements
• 8+ years of HSE experience, preferably in oilfield services, chemical manufacturing, or industrial operations
• 3+ years of leadership or program management experience
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or ASP (Associate Safety Professional) preferred
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification preferred
• HAZWOPER Certification preferred
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Environmental compliance and reporting experience
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Must possess active driver’s license and clean driving record
• Employees in this position may operate company vehicles and must maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Compliance with company vehicle safety policies, including dashcam monitoring and safe driving expectations, is required.

Travel Requirements

• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time to field locations across operational basins
• Field visits may involve 3–5 day rotations in basin locations

Additional Information:

• Location: Marshall, TX
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm; work outside of business hours may be necessary based on business needs.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, ESOP participation

Important Notices:

• The above statements reflect the general duties and skills that are expected of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of this role.
• If selected for this role, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment drug and alcohol test, physical, and background check, as applicable to the position.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• This position has physical demands that are typical of the role and work environment. The physical requirements associated with this position are outlined in the job description and may be discussed during the hiring process. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to apply and perform the essential functions of the job.

Downhole Chemical Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, age, marital status, familial status, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), disability, past current or future service in the uniformed services, or any other consideration or characteristic made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Recruitment Agency Notice: DCS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from recruitment agencies.