Principal HSES Specialist

McDermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk & Compliance Specialist to enhance risk management practices within their operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing risk reviews, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with HSES standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of HSE principles, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact safety and efficiency in the energy sector. If you are passionate about risk management and governance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in HSES or equivalent experience required.
• 7-8 years of HSE experience in the energy industry essential.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE Management System aligned with requirements.
• Conduct audits and monitor compliance with HSES standards.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Understanding

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

ISO Standards Knowledge

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Degree in HSES related field

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

7-8 years of HSE Experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

Job description

Job Overview:

Reporting to the Facility HSES Manager, the Risk & Compliance Specialist will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our facilities' risk management principles and application. This individual will facilitate the risk review process, driving a cradle-to-grave approach. This incumbent will facilitate facility risk review and oversee and contribute to project risk review forums. The role will include the execution of audits to verify internal controls and operational processes to assess compliance, identify risks, propose improvement areas, and develop strategies to keep the review of risk alive. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical understanding, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding risk management and governance standards. This role will proactively support and guide the fabrication operations execution teams.

Essential Qualifications & Education:

• Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
• 7-8 years of HSE Experience within the Energy Industry
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
• Familiarity with company, facility, and project-specific HSES terms, requirements, and deliverables
• Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
• Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint) and other relevant online applications
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Develop, lead implementation, and ensure HSE Management System (HSE-MS) is in line with corporate, legislative, and client requirements
• Develop an integrated approach to HSES Risk Management process
• Participate and provide inputs as required and ensure mitigating controls remain suitable and sufficient
• Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements
• Manage, monitor, and advise on all matters related to HSES
• Provide technical and commercial support during tendering stage
• Establish tangible and relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to the area of responsibility, monitor compliance, and identify trends
• Planning and execution of the internal and external HSES Audits and compliance assurance programs
• Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process
• Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions
• Prepare HSES budget and ensure compliance
• Engage in professional development to lead HSES changes in technology and systems
• Supervise HSES personnel to support their professional development through competency assurance programs
• Lead Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis
• Proactive client interface
• Guide the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line
• Develop and maintain Emergency Procedures
• Maintain a high standard of safe working practice, quality, and productivity, and ensure compliance with the code of business conduct
• Coordinate Project HSES activities
• Conduct business travel as necessary to support project/operations requirements
• Communicate with and advise management on issues and concerns relating to projects and site operations requiring HSE support and guidance
• Communicate, present, or justify overall HSE performance to management as necessary