HSE Engineer

About the Role
The primary purpose of this role is to lead, manage, monitor, and report on the HSSE performance of a Plant. It is essential to ensure that harm is prevented and that the requisite HSSE management systems are implemented, monitored, and enforced. This role is pivotal in delivering compliance with HSSE legal requirements, Group standards, and contractual obligations by all plant employees and contractors.

Key Accountabilities

Technical Guidance and Services

• Lead the provision of technical and HSSE management support and leadership to the Plant and all its employees to ensure effective execution of activities.
• Conduct risk assessments and task reviews of key activities in the Plant to identify and prevent probable HSSE hazards leading to significant losses.
• Report HSE Metrics/indicators and performance to the HSE Country and Regional Manager in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct regular meetings with the HSSE Personnel at the Regional/Corporate Level and prepare reports on the HSSE management and performance of the plant to prioritize actions and escalate HSSE issues for timely resolution.
• Guide the development and implementation of HSSE campaigns on the site to ensure proper HSSE culture is disseminated to all employees and contract staff.
• Manage the execution of emergency drill scenarios and site emergency mock drills to ensure readiness in case of an emergency, while proposing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Ensure immediate reporting and responding to HSSE incidents using established emergency communication channels and protocols to minimize damages.
• Lead investigations of reportable HSSE incidents to contribute to the identification of root causes and provide recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.
• Implement and enforce security strategies for the Plant's office facilities, including access and exit control, monitoring, vehicle and personnel checks, security patrols, and preparing all related reports ensuring overall protection of company property, plant, and personnel against threats, theft, or any acts contrary to state laws or company rules.

HSSE Management Systems

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Plant’s HSSE management system, including emergency preparedness and management, to ensure conformity to standards and compliance with HSSE legal requirements and contractual obligations.

HSSE Management, Monitoring & Reporting

• Conduct regular site visits and inspections, monitoring site HSSE management and performance to ensure effective implementation and maintenance of the HSSE Management Plan/System in the plant.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain positive working relationships with regulators, emergency services, contractors, etc., to ensure mutual support and adherence to HSSE compliance requirements.

Policies, Processes, Systems & Procedures

• Implement approved departmental policies, processes, and procedures, and ensure employee adherence so that work is carried out to the required standard while delivering the required service standards to customers and stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Manage and motivate the team to ensure they contribute to and participate in the identification and implementation of change initiatives, programs, and projects in line with the organization’s standards.

Related Assignments

• Perform any other duties as required by the line manager.

People Management

• Manage self and team in line with people management policies, procedures, processes, and practices to ensure adherence and maximize contributions to business performance.
• Organize and supervise the activities and work of subordinates to ensure that all work within a specific area is carried out efficiently and consistently with operating procedures and policy.
• Provide on-the-job training and constructive feedback to subordinates to support their overall development.
• Maintain positive working relationships with regulators, emergency services, contractors, etc., to ensure mutual support and adherence to HSSE compliance requirements.

Communication & Working Relationships
Internal:

• Collaborate closely with the Regional HSSE department.

External:

• Build rapport with regulatory bodies, emergency services, contractors, HSSE consultants, and advisors.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Certification from a recognized HSSE institution (NEBOSH, OSHA, IOSH, IEMA, etc.).
• Professional membership or association with an international HSSE Institution (OSHA, IOSH, IEMA, etc.).

Minimum Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in HSSE in the Utilities/Energy sector.

Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of local and international standards for HSSE.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and work with people.
• Self-motivated, critical thinker, tenacious, and curious.