Lead - HSE (Project)

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Penspen is urgently looking for Lead – HSE (Project) for an Offshore PMC project to be based in Abu Dhabi. You will lead HSE planning and execution across offshore sites, including artificial islands, platforms, and subsea systems.

Responsibilities include policy development, risk assessments, emergency plans, audits, investigations, and mentoring. Ensure ADNOC and international standards compliance to drive a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required).
• Offshore certifications (BOSIET, HUET) mandatory.
• NEBOSH IGC or equivalent mandatory.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas mega EPC projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE planning and execution across offshore sites, incl. artificial islands, platforms, and subsea systems.
• Develop and implement HSE policies, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are tracked and closed.
• Interface with client representatives, regulatory bodies, and EPC contractors to align with project HSE goals.
• Mentor and supervise HSE officers and engineers, fostering a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC and international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, NEBOSH).

Skills

HSE leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Audits & inspections

Emergency response

ADNOC standards

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

OSHA

NEBOSH

BOSIET

HUET

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Offshore certifications (BOSIET, HUET)

NEBOSH IGC or equivalent

Job description

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Job Reference/ID: 620555

Job Description / Role:

Penspen is urgently looking for Lead – HSE (Project) for one of our Offshore PMC projects to be based in Abu Dhabi.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead HSE planning and execution across offshore sites, including artificial islands, platforms, and subsea systems.
• Develop and implement HSE policies, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are tracked and closed.
• Interface with client representatives, regulatory bodies, and EPC contractors to ensure alignment with project HSE goals.
• Mentor and supervise HSE officers and engineers, fostering a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC and international standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, NEBOSH).

Experience Required:

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in oil & gas, with 8+ years in offshore leadership roles
• Must have experience in managing all Health, Safety, and Environment activities for offshore oil and gas construction
• Proven track record in managing HSE for mega EPC projects, shutdowns, and brownfield upgrades
• PMC experience will be preferred
• Previous experience in the ADNOC Offshore projects in the similar role would be an added advantage

Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Offshore certifications (e.g., BOSIET, HUET) and NEBOSH IGC or equivalent are mandatory.

Skills Required:

• HSE planning and execution
• Emergency response plans
• Audits and inspections
• Incident investigations
• ADNOC standards
• ISO 45001
• ISO 14001
• OSHA
• NEBOSH
• BOSIET
• HUET

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

Nationality: Any Nationality

About the Company:

An engineering and asset management consultancy serving the oil, gas and energy sector. The company supports pipelines, terminals and processing facilities through design, integrity management, operations support, consultancy and training, with projects delivered across the Middle East.

Company Industry: Oil & Gas

Department / Functional Area: HSE

Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)