Manager HSE Oil And Gas

AD Ports Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

AD Ports Group invites an experienced HSE leader to drive health, safety and environmental excellence across Oil & Gas operations in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee risk management, process safety, emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance while promoting a strong safety culture.

The role requires 7–10 years of progressive HSE experience in high-risk environments, with NEBOSH and ISO 45001/14001 expertise, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HSE, env science, or engineering.
• NEBOSH IGC and NEBOSH Diploma in Oil & Gas.
• PSM knowledge and incident investigation methodologies.
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO 45001/ISO 14001 preferred.
• COSHH, HSE Risk Management, Advanced First Aid certifications advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety and EMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and improvement of HSE procedures and standards.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Abu Dhabi HSE laws and international best practices.
• Drive PSM initiatives like HAZOP, PHA and MOC.
• Oversee permit-to-work and high-risk operation controls.
• Lead incident investigations and preventive actions.
• Develop emergency response plans and conduct drills.
• Maintain BIA and BCP for resilience.
• Monitor HSE performance and prepare management reports.
• Manage HSE engineers and promote a safety culture.
• Coordinate contractor HSE compliance and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Arabic

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HSE / related

NEBOSH IGC

NEBOSH Diploma (Oil & Gas)

Lead Auditor ISO 45001/ISO 14001

COSHH / HSE Certifications

PSM knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

The position provides technical leadership and oversight to ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi regulatory requirements, international standards and AD Ports Group Integrated HSE Management System requirements, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. It also supports operational excellence through effective risk management, emergency preparedness, business continuity planning and the promotion of a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and continual improvement of HSE procedures, safe work instructions, standards and guidelines across Oil & Gas operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including Abu Dhabi HSE regulations, Civil Defense requirements, environmental legislation and international best practices.
• Lead Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives, including Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Oversee permit-to-work systems and ensure adequate controls for high-risk activities such as hot work, confined space entry, lifting operations and simultaneous operations (SIMOPS).
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses and implementation of corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence of incidents.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and coordinate emergency preparedness activities, drills and exercises.
• Maintain Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Business Continuity Plans (BCP) to ensure operational resilience during disruptions.
• Monitor HSE performance and prepare reports, dashboards and recommendations for senior management.
• Ensure environmental compliance through effective management of waste, pollution prevention and sustainability initiatives.
• People Management Responsibilites:
• Manage, coach and develop HSE Engineers and related personnel within the department.
• Promote a positive HSE culture through awareness campaigns, training programs and leadership engagement.
• Ensure employees, contractors, tenants and service providers are adequately trained and competent to perform their duties safely.
• Support contractor management processes and ensure compliance with HSE requirements across all operational activities.
• Strategic Responsibilities:
• Drive the Port Cluster Oil & Gas HSE strategy in alignment with AD Ports Group objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Identify emerging risks and recommend strategic initiatives to improve HSE performance and operational resilience.
• Support business growth and project development through HSE reviews, risk assessments and compliance evaluations.
• Strengthen stakeholder relationships and maintain effective engagement with regulators, tenants, contractors and government authorities.

Qualifications

• Educational and Technical Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• NEBOSH IGC, NEBOSH Diploma in Oil & Gas or equivalent recognized HSE qualification.
• Advanced training in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Incident Investigation methodologies.
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 is preferred.
• Additional certifications in COSHH, HSE Risk Management, Advanced First Aid and Control of Major Accident Hazards are advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety, Risk Assessment, Emergency Management, Environmental Compliance and Integrated Management Systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and report preparation.
• Language Skills:
• Excellent command of Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Years of Experience:
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive HSE experience within Oil & Gas, refinery, marine, industrial or similar high-risk environments.
• Nature of Experience:
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas operations and associated HSE management systems.
• Experience in contractor management, regulatory compliance, emergency response and operational risk management.
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in incident investigation, trend analysis and implementation of preventive measures.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including regulators, tenants, contractors and internal operational teams.