Senior HSE Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Ensures compliance by all stakeholders with HSE requirements, ADNOC HSE Standards and all relevant legislation and statutory requirements, including laws, rules and regulations (as amended from time to time) of the governments of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the U.A.E.
• Prepares weekly and monthly site HSE reports, including Lagging and Leading indicators for the package
• Coordinate and facilitate working relationships with contractor and consultants in the execution of their contracts related to HSE activities.
• Advises and manages Contractors site HSE personnel in carrying out the HSE critical tasks at site.
• Conduct and participate in the critical meetings in terms of HSE as per the project HSE meeting schedule.
• Responsible for all documentation in relation to HSE and is required to keep all documentation and safety manuals up to date and distribute appropriately within the site and organisation.
• Assists and co-operates with Package HSE Manager in pertinent matters related to HSE on site.
• Assists Package HSE Manager in preparing procedures for the project HSE programme.
• Ensures all personnel working in the project are trained in HSE induction and other training programs in line with the project training calendar.
• Ensure the emergency response plan of the project is properly implemented in terms of training, competency, drills and update based on recommendations arising from drills
• Ensure the project Permit to Work system is properly implemented at site and audit as per plan
• Participate in the HSE Inspections, Camp Audits and Project HSE audits
• Performs regular site and other working premises visits along with IPMT team members.
• Ensures Contractors are focused on safe and effective execution of projects and hold them to account in respect of HSE performance plans and actual delivery.
• Participate in any other project mandatory trainings, workshops and meetings as required
• Conduct investigations as per the project and ADNOC HSE standards requirements
• Ensure the Contractors compliance to the project welfare requirements
• Ensure the implementation of project HSE plan in the project
• Participate in Bi-annual HSE performance reviews of the contractor in line with ADNOC HSE standards
• Participate in incident investigations as required
• Advice on HSE campaign design and implementation
  

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree preferably in Engineering or Science from a reputed university (with regular college study)
• NEBOSH GC/IGC, Diploma in Safety /HSE, Any other HSE certifications
• Lead auditor ISO 14001 or OHSAS 18001 or equivalent
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Desired Training Courses: Behavioural Safety, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analyses
• Working knowledge of MS Office and applications.

Desired candidate profile

• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of local, national, and international HSE regulations, standards, and best practices.

• Risk Assessment and Management: Expertise in conducting risk assessments and developing risk management strategies to minimize workplace hazards.

• Safety Management Systems: Experience in designing, implementing, and managing safety management systems to promote a culture of safety within the organization.

• Incident Investigation: Strong skills in investigating incidents, analyzing root causes, and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Training and Development: Ability to develop and deliver HSE training programs to ensure that employees are aware of safety practices, emergency procedures, and compliance requirements.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively conveying HSE policies and procedures to all levels of the organization.

• Data Analysis and Reporting: Proficiency in analyzing HSE data, preparing reports, and presenting findings to management and stakeholders.

• Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage HSE initiatives and projects, ensuring timely and effective implementation.

• Collaboration and Leadership: Ability to work collaboratively with various departments and lead cross-functional teams in HSE initiatives.

• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to promoting continuous improvement in HSE practices and staying updated on industry trends and advancements.