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Site Pipeline Operations Permit Writer/Damage Prevention Rep

Freeport (TX, USA) Full time

About Diamond Infrastructure Solutions (website) 

Diamond Infrastructure Solutions is an infrastructure-focused company strategically located in the U.S. Gulf Coast – the heart of U.S. manufacturing.  The company is comprised of ~2700 employees and contractors that are driven by a customer-first entrepreneurial mindset, offering expertise and turn-key services to more than 70 on-site and off-site customers across the U.S. Gulf Coast.  The company is built upon the foundation of Dow’s world-leading operational excellence to deliver best-in-class services and reliability. 

 

Our vision is to be the trusted leader in infrastructure—delivering reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that adapt to our customers’ evolving needs. At Diamond Infrastructure Solutions, we empower growth across the U.S. Gulf Coast by providing strategic land access and dependable services. Backed by world-class assets, scale, and expertise, we help our partners optimize costs, accelerate their ambitions, and achieve lasting value through every project and partnership. 

Our People are the integral ingredient to our culture of employee ownership and excellence-driven core values.  An unwavering focus on employee & asset safety and the generational impact to our environment & surrounding communities is critical.  Together we will strategically deliver Focused Growth while positioning the organization to leverage industry megatrends for sustained success. 

*This role is aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions (“Diamond Infra”) company and will be seconded from Dow to Diamond Infrastructure Solutions until January 1, 2027.  At that time, the role will become directly aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions Company. *​ 

About this Role

Diamond Infrastructure Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a SPO Permit Writer/Damage Prevention Rep located in Freeport (TX)

This role is responsible for writing safe work permits and serving as the Damage Prevention Representative for work being done in Site Pipeline owned areas.

Responsibilities

  • Permitting daily and project work including excavations, construction, maintenance, and any other activities within Site Pipeline area of control.
  • Ensure all EH&S rules / policies and procedures are followed by the contractor performing work activities
  • Actively participate in the Safety Observation / Intervention programs and conduct Safety Audits
  • Lead daily tailgate meetings
  • Ensure contractor required safety documentation is in place prior to permitting
  • Response to site ES&S as needed
  • Ensure good housekeeping on job site.
  • Participates in BBP and other safety required training and programs
  • Serve as Damage Prevention Representative on the job site to protect Dow assets.

Required Qualifications

  • A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • 5 or more years of relevant experience
  • Valid U.S. Driver's License
  • Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.) 
  • Willing to work overtime (extra hours beyond your regular scheduled) if required.
  • This position requires compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations. Candidates must pass a DOT-regulated drug test prior to employment and may be subject to random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing during employment.
  • A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

  • An Associate's degree or higher or 3 or more years of military experience
  • Pipeline and/or regulatory experience in emergency services and security (ES&S), DOT, and/or Damage Prevention is desirable
  • Excavation Competent Person certification

Physical Demands

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

  • Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes
  • Wear and use respirators. 
  • Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
  • Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
  •  Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
  • Stand or walk for extended periods of time.  
  • Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground.  Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 285 lbs.   

Skills

  • Influence & Stakeholder Collaboration: Achieves results by influencing, communicating with, and motivating diverse stakeholders across teams and groups.
  • Change Leadership: Supports organizational change by helping others understand, adopt, and implement new or improved processes.
  • Organizational Navigation & Barrier Removal: Overcomes cultural, procedural, and informal obstacles to drive results and move work forward.
  • Teamwork & Problem Solving: Works effectively within a team environment to identify issues, resolve problems, and complete assignments.
  • Team Effectiveness & Engagement: Encourages participation and input from others to improve team productivity and overall effectiveness.
  • Talent Development & Coaching: Identifies individual strengths and development opportunities and supports skill growth in self and others; may train team members as needed.
  • Communication Skills: Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal and facilitation abilities.
  • Technical & Computer Proficiency: Applies proficient computer skills, including effective use of Microsoft applications, to support work outcomes.
  • Initiative & Ownership: Demonstrates strong initiative by proactively identifying needs, opportunities, and solutions.

Additional notes

  • This position does not offer relocation assistance

Benefits – What Diamond Infrastructure Solutions offers you 

We invest in you. 

Diamond Infrastructure Solutions invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. 

  • Vibrant network of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) designed to foster inclusion and belonging. With ten ERGs spanning diverse interests and identities, there’s a group for everyone. Employees are encouraged to join and actively participate.

  • Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

  • Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

  • Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.

    • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

  • Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).

    • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.

  • Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.

  • Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

  • Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

  • Competitive yearly vacation allowance.

  • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

  • Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

  • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

  • Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.

  • On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).

  • Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.

  • Additionally, some of our locations might offer:

    • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)

    • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)

    • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Diamond Infrastructure Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.