Job Title: Specialist HSE (Projects) Engineer – Offshore Water Injection Project

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Specialist HSE (Projects) Engineer for an Offshore Water Injection Project in the United Arab Emirates. You will lead HSE management across the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with company policies, local regulations, and international standards during engineering, procurement, construction, offshore installation, commissioning, and start-up.

Responsibilities include providing HSE leadership to management, engineering and contractor teams; implementing the Project HSE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• Professional HSE certification is required.
• NEBOSH International Diploma / IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, CSP and other offshore safety certifications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE leadership to project management, engineering, construction, commissioning and contractor teams.
• Implement and maintain the Project HSE Management Plan and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Lead risk assessments and safety studies (HAZID/HAZOP/JHA/JSA) and oversee incident investigations.
• Monitor offshore construction activities, audits, and HSE performance reporting.

Skills

HSE Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/OHS

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: Specialist HSE (Projects) Engineer - Offshore Water Injection Project

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Job Purpose

The Specialist HSE (Projects) Engineer is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and technical expertise in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management throughout the lifecycle of the Offshore Water Injection Project. The role ensures compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, international standards, and project-specific HSE objectives during engineering, procurement, construction, offshore installation, commissioning, and start-up activities. The position plays a critical role in fostering a strong safety culture, preventing incidents, managing project risks, and ensuring the safe execution of all offshore project activities.

Project HSE Leadership

Provide HSE leadership and guidance to project management, engineering, construction, commissioning, and contractor teams. Promote and drive a proactive safety culture across all project phases. Ensure project activities are executed in accordance with approved HSE management systems and procedures. Support achievement of project HSE objectives, targets, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Act as the focal point for project HSE matters and provide technical advice to project stakeholders.

HSE Management & Compliance

Implement and maintain the Project HSE Management Plan. Ensure compliance with: Company HSE Policies and Procedures Local Regulatory Requirements Offshore Safety Regulations International Oil & Gas Industry Standards Environmental Permitting Requirements Client HSE Requirements Monitor contractor compliance with project HSE expectations. Participate in project audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews. Coordinate HSE assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Risk Management & Safety Studies

Facilitate and participate in: HAZID (Hazard Identification) HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Studies) SIMOPS Reviews Constructability Reviews Risk Assessments Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) Job Safety Analyses (JSA) Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Ensure project risks are identified, documented, assessed, and mitigated. Verify implementation of risk reduction measures. Maintain project risk registers related to HSE matters.

Construction & Offshore Installation Safety

Monitor construction, fabrication, transportation, and offshore installation activities. Ensure safe execution of: Lifting Operations Rigging Activities Working at Height Confined Space Entry Hot Work Activities Marine Operations Diving Activities Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) Pipeline and Subsea Installation Activities. Conduct worksite safety inspections and field audits. Lead safety walkdowns and contractor HSE reviews. Contractor HSE Management Evaluate contractor HSE plans and procedures. Participate in contractor prequalification and performance assessments. Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements. Review contractor safety statistics and performance trends. Conduct contractor audits, inspections, and management reviews. Ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed in a timely manner.

Environmental Management

Support implementation of project environmental management requirements. Monitor environmental performance during offshore and onshore activities. Ensure compliance with environmental permits and operating requirements. Oversee waste management, spill prevention, pollution control, and environmental monitoring programs. Promote environmental awareness initiatives among project personnel. Participate in environmental incident investigations and corrective action implementation.

Incident Investigation & Emergency Response

Lead and support incident investigations, including: Near Misses First Aid Cases Medical Treatment Cases Lost Time Injuries Environmental Incidents Property Damage Events. Identify root causes and corrective actions. Ensure timely reporting of incidents and lessons learned. Support emergency response planning and drills. Participate in crisis management and emergency response exercises.

Commissioning & Start-Up HSE Support

Ensure HSE readiness during commissioning and start-up phases. Participate in: Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR) Operational Readiness Reviews System Handover Activities Start-Up Risk Assessments. Verify implementation of safety barriers and control measures. Support safe introduction of utilities, chemicals, and process fluids.

Training & Safety Culture Development

Deliver HSE awareness programs and toolbox talks. Promote behavioral-based safety initiatives. Support competency development of project personnel and contractors. Facilitate project HSE campaigns and safety improvement programs. Encourage workforce engagement in safety observation and reporting programs.

HSE Monitoring & Reporting

Monitor and report project HSE performance indicators, including: Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) Lost Time Injury Frequency (LTIF) Near Miss Reporting Safety Observation Trends Environmental Performance Metrics. Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports. Present HSE performance updates to project and senior management teams. Maintain HSE databases and project records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
• Professional HSE certification is required.

Preferred Certifications

• NEBOSH International Diploma / IGC
• IOSH Managing Safely
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
• Incident Investigation Certification
• Offshore Survival & Safety Certifications (BOSIET / FOET)

Experience

Minimum 10-15 years of HSE experience within the oil & gas or energy sector. Minimum 5-7 years supporting major offshore EPC projects. Proven experience in: Offshore Water Injection Projects Offshore Platforms Brownfield and Greenfield Developments Offshore Construction and Installation Commissioning and Start-Up Activities Experience working with international EPC contractors and offshore operators. Previous Middle East offshore project experience is highly preferred.

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