Technical Safety Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Technical Safety Engineer in Abu Dhabi to ensure compliance with safety regulations and assess risks. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, with at least five years of experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas sector. A strong background in FEED projects and incident investigation is essential. Competitive remuneration and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong FEED and Pre-FEED experience in offshore projects.
• Experience in mega project developments.

Responsibilities

• Identify hazards and implement control measures to prevent accidents.
• Develop programs to instill a strong safety mindset.
• Conduct HAZOP analyses for safety enhancement.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are taken.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Safety Compliance

Incident Investigation

Safety Policies Development

HAZOP Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Technical Safety Engineer experienced with a proven track record in ensuring compliance with safety regulations, assessing risks, and implementing measures to prevent incidents and safeguard processes in engineering projects for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providingsolutionsandexpertiseto support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We arefocused on growthand our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions : UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects : Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion : We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package : With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance : Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance : The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity : In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan : Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award : Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development : Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections : Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy : Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are :

• Identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing control measures to prevent accidents.
• Developing programs and policies to instill a strong safety mindset across the organization.
• Conducting analyses like HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) to enhance safety in design and operations.
• Investigating safety incidents and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.

Skills and Qualifications

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected :

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering / Loss Prevention / Environmental or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of five (5+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore / Onshore Oil & Gas industry
• Must have strong FEED, Pre-FEED experience in Offshore projects, whilst ADNOC experience is desired
• Chartered Engineer or recognized equivalent experience is an added advantage
• Expert in own discipline knowledge requirements to provide support to the business
• Experience of working on concept & FEED project phases
• Have involvement in Conceptual studies for Fields developments projects
• Experience in mega projects developments