Lead Technical HSE Engineer - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Lead Technical HSE Engineer for an offshore subsea project in Abu Dhabi. The role provides technical HSE leadership across concept through operations, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and international regulations.

You will lead risk assessments, safety studies, and environmental management, mentor engineers, and collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Regulators to embed a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; safety-related master’s degree is an advantage.
• Professional HSE certifications are highly desirable.
• At least 15 years of HSE engineering experience in oil & gas, with 5+ years in lead roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE engineering activities across project development and execution phases.
• Develop HSE philosophies, strategies and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE standards and UAE regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams on safety and environment.
• Support Concept, FEED, EPC, brownfield modifications and operations safety.
• Mentor junior HSE staff and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

HSE Leadership

Offshore HSE

Risk Assessments

FEED/EPC Knowledge

ADNOC Standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering

Master's Degree in Safety Engineering or related

Tools

PHAST

SAFETI

DNV Risk Management Software

MS Office

Job description

Title: Lead Technical HSE Engineer - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2 Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Title: Lead Technical HSE Engineer KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. The ADNOC PMC project role would be based initially in Client or Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi.

Job Purpose The Lead HSE Technical Engineer is responsible for providing technical HSE leadership and ensuring the effective implementation of health, safety, environmental, and process safety requirements for ADNOC Offshore projects and operations. The role supports Concept, FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, Commissioning, and Operational phases by managing HSE studies, risk assessments, safety engineering activities, and compliance with ADNOC standards and international regulations. The position serves as the focal point for HSE engineering and technical assurance activities, ensuring that all offshore facilities are designed, constructed, operated, and maintained in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

Key Responsibilities

• HSE Engineering & Technical Leadership

  • Lead HSE engineering activities during project development and execution.
  • Develop and review project HSE philosophies, strategies, and technical safety requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE standards, UAE regulations, and international best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance to engineering disciplines on safety and environmental requirements.
  • Establish HSE engineering deliverables and ensure timely completion.

• Safety Studies & Risk Management

  • Lead and facilitate: HAZID (Hazard Identification)
  • HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Studies)
  • SIL (Safety Integrity Level) Assessments
  • LOPA (Layer of Protection Analysis)
  • Bow-Tie Analysis
  • Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA)
  • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
  • SIMOPS Reviews
  • Emergency Response Studies
  • Ensure risks are properly identified, assessed, and mitigated.
  • Monitor implementation of safety recommendations and closure of action items.

• Process Safety Engineering

  • Develop and review: Fire & Gas Detection Philosophy Fire Protection Philosophy Emergency Shutdown (ESD) Philosophy Hazardous Area Classification Studies Escape, Evacuation & Rescue (EER) Studies Safety Critical Elements (SCE) Registers Support process safety management and asset integrity initiatives. Ensure compliance with ADNOC process safety requirements.

• Environmental Management

  • Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and ADNOC environmental standards. Review air emissions, discharges, waste management, and environmental monitoring requirements. Participate in environmental risk assessments and sustainability initiatives. Support environmental permitting and regulatory compliance activities.

• Project & Operational Support

  • Support Concept, FEED, EPC, Brownfield Modification, and Offshore Operations projects. Review engineering documents to verify HSE compliance. Participate in design reviews, constructability studies, and operational readiness assessments. Support commissioning, start-up, and operational safety assurance activities. Conduct technical investigations and root cause analyses for incidents and near misses.

• Audits & Compliance

  • Participate in HSE audits, technical reviews, and assurance assessments. Monitor contractor compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements. Support regulatory inspections and client audits. Ensure effective implementation of HSE Management Systems.

• Leadership & Stakeholder Management

  • Mentor junior HSE engineers and specialists. Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, Projects, Contractors, and Regulatory Authorities. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and management summaries. Promote a strong safety culture across projects and operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Safety Engineering, Risk Management, or HSE-related discipline is an advantage.
• Professional HSE certifications are highly desirable.

Preferred Certifications

• NEBOSH International Diploma
• NEBOSH Process Safety Management
• Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE)
• TÜV Functional Safety Certification
• IOSH Managing Safely
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) (preferred)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of HSE engineering experience within the oil & gas industry.
• At least 5 years in a Lead HSE / Technical Safety Engineering role.
• Extensive offshore oil & gas project experience.
• Proven experience in FEED, EPC, offshore commissioning, and operations support.
• Experience with ADNOC Offshore projects or major international operators is highly preferred.
• Strong exposure to offshore facilities, production platforms, gas processing facilities, and brownfield modifications.

Technical Competencies

• Technical Safety Engineering Process Safety Management (PSM) Fire Protection Engineering Fire & Gas Detection Systems Hazardous Area Classification Consequence Modeling Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) Safety Case Development Emergency Response Planning Risk Management HAZID HAZOP SIL Assessment LOPA Bow-Tie Analysis Risk-Based Decision Making ALARP Demonstrations
• Environmental Management Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Waste Management Emission Control Environmental Compliance & Reporting Sustainability Programs
• Relevant Standards & Codes ADNOC HSE Standards UAE Environmental Regulations API Standards IEC 61508 / IEC 61511 NFPA Codes ISO 14001 ISO 45001 OSHA Requirements IOGP Guidelines
• Software Skills PHAST SAFETI PHA-Pro HELIOS DNV Risk Management Software ETAP (preferred) MS Office Suite Power BI (preferred)
• Behavioral Competencies Strong leadership and influencing skills. Excellent risk assessment and analytical capabilities. Effective communication and presentation skills. Strong stakeholder management abilities. Decision-making under pressure. Investigation and problem-solving expertise. Commitment to ADNOC's HSE Excellence culture.

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