Plant Protection Officer

Plant Protection Officer

Full time

Plant Protection Officer

Indiana

United States of America | Whiting, United States of America

2026-09-30

1 day ago

HSSE

bp External Careers Site

Full time

RQ115691

Plant Protection Officer

United States of America | Whiting, United States of America

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Job category

HSSE

Experience level

Entry

Relocation available

This role is not eligible for relocation

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

No travel is expected with this role

Job code

RQ115691

Job category

HSSE

Job type

Professionals

Experience level

Entry

Travel required

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation available

This role is not eligible for relocation

Job code

RQ115691

Job Description

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

HSSE Group

Job Description:

About us Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, motivated by outstanding insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, balanced outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

The Plant Protection Officer is responsible for safeguarding bp Whiting assets, Properties, and leases from threats to the business through operational security duties and emergency medical care services. This is an excellent role for someone who has industrial security, law enforcement, or relevant military experience. The ideal candidate is self motivated, prioritizes safety, and collaborates well with a team. This is an outstanding opportunity to further one’s development through certifications that bp sponsors to best equip Plant Protection Officers with a diverse and valuable skills. Bp provides all vitally tools & equipment while on duty such as patrol vehicles, uniforms, radios, etc.

Start rate (probationary): $29.10/hour. Rate upon completion of probationary period: $32.68/hour. Schedule: rotating schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

• 12-hour shifts (2 – 3 – 2)

• Additional opportunities to work overtime shifts as needed. Probationary Period Requirements: newly hired Plant Protection Officers will beon a probationary period for 1 year. bp reserves the right to extend the probationary period. During the 1-year probationary period, new hires will be required to complete the following courses successfully. These courses & related expenses are bp sponsored.

• Emergency Medical Technical (EMT) Basic certification. Probationary Officer will be required to complete a 17 day in-person “boot-camp” style course in Bloomfield, IN. Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification.

• Professional Security Officer Program (PSOP) certification. Certification incentives:

• Additional $3.00/hour upon completion of Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Certification. Course is sponsored by bp.

• Additional $3.00/hour upon completion of Emergency Medical Technical – Sophisticated (EMT-A) certification. Course is sponsored by bp.

• Career development: bp sponsors additional development opportunities & certifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform foot and vehicular patrols, conduct investigations, and searches consistent with regulatory law and company policy, and other general Operational security duties.
• Ability to operate a security patrol vehicle and/or ambulance in response to Refinery emergencies (training provided).
• Write incident and medical reports, safety citations, safety observations, etc.
• Maintain department training requirements for both Security and EMS (Emergency Medical Services) functions.
• Operate Security Operations Center and Dispatch. Dispatch Security, Fire, and other Emergency Services apparatus via Computerized radio system. Respond to alarms and conduct notifications in line with company policy.
• Supervise CCTV (closed circuit television) surveillance cameras and use Computers to control access to refinery properties.
• Liaise with members of the public and local community as a representative Of the refinery.
• De-escalate situations & facilitate conflict resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with teams across the site to implement best practices & Problem solve.

Required Skills

• 2+ years of previous experience in law enforcement, military, government, or security.
• High School Diploma or equivalent certification.
• Proficient with basic digital literacy and Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving history.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work during in reduced lighting conditions, during inclement weather conditions (including heat and freezing temperature acutes), at heights, in noisy environments, in and around hazardous materials, and potentially in solitary environments.
• Be physically able to perform job duties during course of employment.

Preferred Skills:

• EMT experience and/or certification.
• Ability to drive an ambulance and other emergency services vehicles.

Why join bp:

• At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

• There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

• Travel Requirement

• No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

• This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

• This position is not available for remote working

Skills

• Accounting for people, Agility core practices, Close security protection, Communication, Crisis and emergency response management, Digital Fluency, Extortion prevention and response, Information Security, Insider Risk, Intelligence for business, Investigations, Kidnap prevention and response, Large scale evacuation, Maritime Security, OMS and bp requirements, Personal security awareness, Physical security systems and surveillance, Project and programme management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Security in high risk environments, Security policies and practices, Security risk assessment and planning, Stakeholder Engagement {+ 2 more}
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Legal Disclaimer:

• We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

• If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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• With ongoing learning and development, your reward goes far beyond the financial.

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• Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

• Pay

• bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

• Discretionary bonus

• We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

• Retirement & savings

• We offer a range of discretionary retirement