About the Role
This position is primarily based in a plant and is focused on managing and implementing the HSE management system at the field level. The HSE Officer will work closely with power or water plants operations and report directly to the HSE Engineer, Plant General Manager, or Corporate HSE Manager.
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Roles & Responsibilities
- Coordinate and actively participate in plant activities, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives and HSE management consistency.
- Conduct toolbox talks, HSE awareness sessions, and on-field HSE meetings with staff and contractors as required.
- Lead on-site HSE training programs designed to motivate field personnel.
- Improve unsafe act/conditions and near miss reporting, recording, and participation in investigations.
- Coordinate and participate in the continuous auditing of the HSE management system.
- Assist the Administration and Occupational Health Team in all aspects of post-accident/injury treatment processes.
- Promote the permit to work system to ensure the safety of employees and contractors during operational processes.
- Identify non-compliant, incomplete, or substandard procedures for activities involving personnel.
- Assist field staff and contractors in caring for and inspecting their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure compliance.
- Record and report all incidents, including employee injuries.
- Support Corporate HSE programs such as People Based Safety, 5S, and Zero Incident Process.
- Conduct inspections of equipment logbooks and records, including scaffolding, ladders, cranes, tools, work equipment, and power tools.
- Support the HSE incentive program and promotional programs, e.g. Safety Day, World Environment Day, and other HSE campaigns as announced by Corporate.
- Promote HSE Observation and Communication programs involving owners and contractors' HSE officers.
- Inspect portable fire extinguishers and safety eye-wash/shower stations, maintaining their records as required.
- Assist the HSE Engineer in the risk assessment process and maintenance of identified control measures.
- Support Incident controllers as part of the emergency response team.
- Assist with Corporate Environmental programs, including waste management, plantation, and spill control as required.
- Support Corporate Occupational Health Programs, such as Get Healthy Stay Healthy, Stress Management, Quit Smoking, Diet, and Exercise initiatives.
- Conduct regular walk-around checks to monitor HSE controls.
- Ensure the availability of first aid measures at the work locations.
- Confirm the availability of fire-fighting equipment and inspect its condition.
- Collect environmental deviations and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
- Coordinate HSE emergency drills and reports.
- Continuously monitor work areas and presence of controls on identified risks.
- Provide induction training to new employees, visitors, and contractors/subcontractors.
- Ensure availability of medical facilities and medicines in the ambulance.
- Monitor certification validity of equipment and operator licenses.
- Perform other HSE duties as assigned.
Job Specifications
Educational Qualifications
- Desired: Degree certificate
- Preferred: NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- HSE Trained and Certified Auditor from a recognized institute
Minimum Experience
- Minimum: 4 years of direct working experience in a similar capacity
- Preferable: 5+ years of relevant working experience in a multi-cultural team
Required Skills
- Awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental Management System principles.
- Knowledge of applicable legal requirements.
- Hazard Risk Assessment expertise.
- Aspect Impact Assessment proficiency.
- Investigating skills.
- Knowledge of firefighting equipment.
- Understanding of first aid measures.
- Familiarity with PPE and safety equipment.
- Knowledge of spillage containment protocols.
- Skills in handling HSE emergencies.
- Knowledge about identification, classification, and disposal of waste.
- Strong command of English and/or Arabic.
- Field experience in power and/or water plants with an excellent safety record.
- Working knowledge of power plant operations, equipment, practices, procedures, and local HSE regulations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Email, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety.
- Strong desire to support personnel at all levels.
Desired Certifications/Specific Skills
- Familiar with K.S.A Health, Safety and Environmental legislations.
- Valid K.S.A driving license or willingness to obtain one within three months after probation.
Work Conditions
While performing the duties of this position, the employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts and in various weather conditions. Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic substances, and electrical risk may occur in precarious places. The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to very loud.
