Graduate Engineer - HSEIA

Petrofac; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international service provider in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Graduate HSEIA Engineer for a contract position. The ideal candidate will assist in HSE management processes and compliance activities in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on supporting ADNOC's standards. This role offers mentorship opportunities and a chance to work in a dynamic environment. A bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

On-the-job training

Professional development workshops

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Internship experience in oil and gas or HSE is advantageous.
• Understanding of HSE principles and environmental protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist in HSEIA report preparation and coordination.
• Support safety studies under senior engineer supervision.
• Collect and analyze HSE data for reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.

We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.

The world is rethinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.

This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

We support flexible working requests and have adopted a hybrid approach for most of our office-based roles. We ask employees to be present in the office at least three days per week.

JOB TITLE

GRADUATE HSEIA ENGINEER – Contract position based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate HSEIA Engineer to join our team and develop a career in Health, Safety, and Environmental Impact Assessment (HSEIA) within the oil and gas industry. This position is designed for engineering or science graduates who are passionate about HSE, sustainability, and technical safety in the energy sector.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of senior HSE professionals to support the development, review, and implementation of ADNOC’s HSEIA processes and Technical Safety Standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in project HSE management, risk assessment, and compliance activities across various oil and gas projects in Abu Dhabi.

• HSEIA Support : Assist in the preparation, coordination, and documentation of HSEIA reports and studies, ensuring alignment with ADNOC standards and UAE regulatory requirements.
• Technical Safety Assistance : Support senior engineers in conducting safety studies and workshops such as HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and QRA under supervision.
• HSE Data & Reporting : Collect, organize, and analyze HSE data for reporting and risk tracking across different project phases.
• Compliance & Audits : Participate in internal audits, inspections, and assurance activities to ensure compliance with ADNOC’s Code of Practice (COPs) and international standards (ISO 45001 / 14001).
• Project Support : Assist in the preparation of Project HSE Plans, Method Statements, and Safety Procedures for drilling, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Learning & Development : Engage in structured on‑the‑job training, mentoring, and HSE workshops to build technical and professional competencies.
• Team Collaboration : Work closely with cross‑functional project teams to promote a strong safety culture and proactive risk management practices.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in internships or industrial training in oil and gas, HSE or risk management is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of HSE principles, risk management and environmental protection.
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards or international HSE frameworks is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a technical safety and environmental management role.
• Strong teamwork and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commitment to upholding health, safety and environmental excellence.
• Excellent fluency in English (written and spoken).