About the Role
The HSE Officer performs the execution of safety practices and procedures which includes the implementation of the Project HSE plan, accomplishment of task analysis, evaluation of hazardous and risk conditions, recommendation of control measures, and investigation of accidents/incidents. This role also focuses on the implementation of training programs and the safeguarding execution of work to ensure a safe working environment.
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Job Responsibilities
- Monitor the execution of HSE activities on a project to ensure HSE requirements are met as per the project HSE plan and HSEMS requirement, continually monitoring site activity with regards to HSE.
- Assist in developing and implementing field location emergency response procedures and evacuation plans to ensure safe evacuation procedures.
- Provide training to workers on HSE related subjects in incident prevention, first aid, as well as other activities and safety awareness programs to increase awareness of HSE practices and procedures.
- Ensure that existing hazards, unsafe work conditions and/or practices are identified on a daily basis; raise observation reports and record corrective measures.
- Address and report violations on a daily basis and make necessary recommendations.
- Provide data on daily, weekly, and monthly reports to monitor and track HSE performance.
- Orient employees with accident reporting procedures and how to act in case of emergencies on a monthly basis; conduct daily tool box talks (TBT) to notify safety precautionary measures prior to the deployment of work at the site.
- Ensure that 100% of employees have passed site induction training before commencing work.
- Ensure that visitor, supplier, and project personnel induction programs are effective, implemented, and that daily logs are maintained.
- Ensure that written risk assessments have been developed for each task prior to the start of work.
- Communicate risk assessments findings and recommendations to all concerned personnel on a daily basis.
- Ensure all project certified mobile plants and gears, HSE equipment (such as harnesses), are inspected daily and logged on a monthly basis.
- Ensure that fire extinguishers are inspected on a monthly basis and logs are maintained.
- Ensure all equipment, ladders, hand tools, and machinery at the site are inspected daily by an authorized person and logs are maintained.
- Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Comprehensive understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards relevant to the industry, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential health, safety, and environmental risks in the workplace and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Ability to investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes, analyze contributing factors, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve safety performance.
- Skill in developing and delivering HSE training programs and initiatives to employees, contractors, and other stakeholders, promoting awareness and fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
- Effective communication skills to liaise with management, employees, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders, conveying HSE policies, procedures, and initiatives clearly and persuasively.
- ERP knowledge, preferably SAP, is required to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
- Minimum of 5 years working experience, with at least 3 years of relevant working experience, and 2 years of experience in the GCC being a plus.
Competencies
- Agility
- AI Fluency
- Resilience
- Quality
- Leadership
- Job Safety Analysis L2
- HACCP L2
- Safety Inspections L2
- Safety Management L2
- Safety Policies and Procedures L2
Education
- Diploma in occupational health and safety or related fields, or equivalent.
