Lead Technical Safety Engineer – Global Impact & Growth

John Wood Group PLC; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Safety Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in safety and loss prevention engineering, particularly in the oil and gas industry, along with expertise in flare systems design and hazardous area classification. This role offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on significant projects in the region.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Commitment to continued professional development

Long Service Award

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in flare systems design is a must.
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform Safety screening of project scopes.
• Conduct Hazardous Area Classification and Emergency escape route assessment.
• Provide technical support to site as required.

Skills

Technical Safety & Loss Prevention engineering

Hazardous Area Classification

Fire engineering

Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA)

Flare systems design

Education

BEng or equivalent

Chartered Engineer or recognised equivalent experience

Tools

FlareSim

DNV Phast

Job description

A global engineering company in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Safety Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in safety and loss prevention engineering, particularly in the oil and gas industry, along with expertise in flare systems design and hazardous area classification. This role offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on significant projects in the region.