Maritime HSEQ & Compliance Lead

Thehseleader; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Thehseleader in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned HSEQ professional to develop and sustain integrated management systems for maritime safety and security. The role includes audits, certifications, and risk assessments across onshore and offshore contexts.

Ideal candidates hold a marine degree, NEBOSH IGC, and substantial experience in ISPS/MLC governance, with strong English proficiency and a track record of leading safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master Marine degree and Chief Engineer qualification.
• Internal Auditor certification or experience.
• DP and Company Security Officer desirables.
• Marine Risk Management experience.
• Marine Accident/Incident Investigation experience.
• NEBOSH IGC certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop ASOPs to maintain best business practice.
• Maintain documented information for evaluating SMS effectiveness.
• Report and analyse non-conformities, incidents, drills, and HSEQ observations.
• Conduct Marine Units audits and inspections; support Management Walkabout.
• Maintain SMS, SSP, and Waste Management documentation.
• Coordinate with certification bodies to maintain DOC, SMC, ISSC.
• Support departments with risk evaluations for marine and office alike.
• Monitor closeout of non-conformities from audits, reviews, and inspections.
• Liaise with Departments, Vessel Masters, Clients and Contractors on safety matters; inform HSEQ Manager.
• Monitor HSEQ performance and create performance reports.

Skills

HSEQ

Auditing

Incident Investigation

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

ISPS/MLC

Stakeholder Liaison

Reporting & Analysis

Education

Bachelor/Master Marine degree, Chief Engineer

Internal Auditor

Designated Person (DP)

Company Security Officer (Preferable)

Marine Risk Management

Marine Accident/Incident Investigation

NEBOSH IGC

Job description

Thehseleader in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned HSEQ professional to develop and sustain integrated management systems for maritime safety and security. The role includes audits, certifications, and risk assessments across onshore and offshore contexts.

Ideal candidates hold a marine degree, NEBOSH IGC, and substantial experience in ISPS/MLC governance, with strong English proficiency and a track record of leading safety initiatives.