Job Description
Job Description
THE ROLE
The HSE Coordinator promotes, implements, and maintains Health, Safety, and Environmental programs within RMS’s Houston Works facility. This role ensures a safe and compliant work environment through safety inspections, employee training, incident investigation, and environmental monitoring. The position supports RMS’s corporate HSE objectives and works collaboratively with Facilities and Operations to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state regulations.
SKILLS REQUIRED
ORGANIZATIONAL - Leadership & Organization :
- Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time and resources effectively.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to details.
- Display ownership and accountability for tasks and responsibilities.
- Adaptable to changing schedules.
INTERPERSONAL - Experience Required :
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work within a team.QUALITY, HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL - Experience Preferred :
Stong understanding of OSHA regulations and safety standards.Exceptional safety and quality awareness.Relevant Quality professional qualificationRelevant Health and Safety professional qualificationPRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Health and Safety
Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of shop operations, equipment, and work areasIdentify hazards, document findings, and implement corrective actions.Coordinate safety training sessions and maintain training records.Ensure availability and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Lead or support incident investigations, track corrective actions, and share lessons learned.Oversee emergency preparedness, including evacuation drills and response proceduresEnvironmental Compliance
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including TCEQ, EPA, and municipal permitting requirements.Support air emissions, stormwater, and waste management programs.Maintain and organize environmental records (e.g., manifests, inspections, permits, reports).Coordinate with the Facilities Manager and Corporate QHSE on permit renewals and environmental reporting.Support site recycling, waste reduction, and spill prevention initiatives.Industrial Hygiene
Conduct or coordinate exposure assessments for noise, dust, fumes, and chemicals.Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventory systems.Support hazard communication (HazCom) and respiratory protection programs.Coordinate industrial hygiene sampling and medical surveillance programs as needed.Continuous Improvements
Participate in safety and environmental committees to promote best practices.Analyze incidents and audit data to identify trends and recommend improvements.Stay informed of industry regulations, technological advances, and emerging best practices.Contribute to HSSE audits and management review activities.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The above list of activities is not all inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of an RMS HSE Coordinator. This list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 3–5 years of combined Health, Safety, and Environmental experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, EPA environmental regulations, and state environmental compliance (e.g., TCEQ).Familiarity with industrial hygiene principles and monitoring methodsHands-on experience with key safety programs, including Lockout / Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, confined space entry, and waste managementExperience developing and delivering HSE training programsStrong analytical and communication skills with the ability to interpret safety and environmental data.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systemsREQUIRED EDUCATION
Associate’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on will be considered.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The position may be based in RMS’s Houston, TX facilityTravel time is expected to be 25 - 40%This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.Ability to act professionally under stressful situations.Able to understand, read, write and speak English.Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. with assistance and perform physical inspections in shop environmentAbility to walk, climb, reach above head, and balance.Authorized to work in the United StatesRMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive PayPaid Time OffMedical / Dental / Vision401kEmployee Incentive ProgramsEmployee Reimbursement ProgramsCome Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.
ABOUT RMS
Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.
RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
