HSE Consultant

Bilfinger; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger is seeking an experienced HSE Consultant for its Middle East operations in Abu Dhabi. You will perform qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, consequence modelling, and fire protection system design within process safety; interface with clients and project teams to deliver compliant solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in oil & gas, familiarity with ADNOC/QatarEnergy standards, and strong communication and leadership abilities. UAE-based candidates preferred for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree, or equivalent in relevant experience (Preferably Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanical Engineering)
• Familiarity with ADNOC/QatarEnergy Standards, international HSE codes and NFPA standards
• Previous HSE Consultancy experience in Middle East (especially UAE, Qatar, Muscat)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience for Oil and gas sector
• Proven ability to work across organizations with effective communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Proficient in typing skills with 90 words per minute
• Excellent presentation and written / oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a deadline-conscious, results-driven environment

Responsibilities

• Experience in Qualitative and Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) studies, including consequence and frequency modelling tools and software (PHAST, SAFETI, Flaresim etc).
• Undertaking Consequence modelling, Fire Risk Assessments, Flare radiation and vent dispersion and fire protection system / detection system design.
• Execute the projects related to Flare radiation and vent dispersion and active/passive fire protection system.
• Strong understanding of PFDs, P&IDs and interpreting HSE documents for HSE workshops.
• Scribing for HAZID/ENVID/OHID, SIMOPS, PHSER, SIL, ALARP workshops.
• Familiarization with software tools such as PHA-Pro, BowTieXP, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and other relevant applications used in HSE workshops.
• Manage the project along with Junior HSE consultants
• Undertaking/reviewing the HSEIA studies including Bow tie, EERA, ESSA, COMAH studies, Safety case generation and ALARP demonstrations.
• Ensure the correct application of project procedures, engineering specifications and international codes and standards (ADNOC AGES, NFPA, API, OGP, etc.)
• Preparing proposals under direction of DM.
• Interface with Client on technical issues on process safety design.
• Interface with Project management team and client facing skills.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Project management

Typing speed

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent (Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanical)

Tools

PHAST

SAFETI

Flaresim

PHA-Pro

BowTieXP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

Consultant (5-10 Years’ Experience)

Job Responsibilities

1. Experience in Qualitative and Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) studies, including consequence and frequency modelling tools and software (PHAST, SAFETI, Flaresim etc).
2. Undertaking Consequence modelling, Fire Risk Assessments, Flare radiation and vent dispersion and fire protection system / detection system design.
3. Execute the projects related to Flare radiation and vent dispersion and active/passive fire protection system.
4. Strong understanding of key technical documents such as PFDs, P&IDs and shall be able to interpret HSE documents required for HSE workshops.
5. Scribing for HAZID/ENVID/OHID, SIMOPS, PHSER, SIL, ALARP workshops.
6. Familiarization with software tools such as PHA-Pro, BowTieXP, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and other relevant applications used in HSE workshops.
7. Manage the project along with Junior HSE consultants
8. Undertaking/reviewing the HSEIA studies including Bow tie, EERA, ESSA, COMAH studies, Safety case generation and ALARP demonstrations.
9. Ensure the correct application of project procedures, engineering specifications and international codes and standards (ADNOC AGES, NFPA, API, OGP, etc.)
10. Preparing proposals under direction of DM.
11. Interface with Client on technical issues on process safety design.
12. Interface with Project management team and client facing skills.

Basic Qualifications for HSE Consultant

• Engineering degree, or equivalent in relevant experience (Preferably Chemical, Petrochemical, Mechanical Engineering)
• Familiarity with ADNOC/QatarEnergy Standards, international HSE codes and NFPA standards.
• Previous HSE Consultancy experience in Middle East (especially UAE, Qatar, Muscat).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience for Oil and gas sector.
• Proven ability to work across organizations with effective communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Proficient in typing skills with 90 words per minute
• Excellent presentation and written / oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a deadline-conscious, results-driven environment

If you have any questions please contact Gelson Dsouza ([e-mail]).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.