Engineer/Sr Engineer Safety

OQ; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

OQ in Oman seeks a Senior Safety Engineer to provide robust engineering support across all assigned sites under TL Central Safety. You will critically assess RPI safety performance, develop strategic safety plans, and design safety systems integrated into product design, aligned with OQ's HSE standards and international best practices.

You will lead safety objectives, collaborate with departments to implement HSSE procedures, and support ISO certifications while ensuring compliance with national

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering in a relevant field.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in oil and gas HSSE.
• Experience in refinery, petrochemical and petroleum processes.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and RC14001.
• Experience with HSSE audits.
• Proficiency in HAZOP/HAZID and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Critically assess RPI safety performance and develop safety plans.
• Design and implement safety systems, procedures and SOPs aligned with best practices.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards across sites and facilities.
• Provide technical safety support for all sites, plants and facilities.
• Lead safety objectives, policies and SOPs ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Ensure safety systems meet standards and regulations.

Skills

People management

Planning and organizing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Coaching

Presentation

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

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Reporting to

TL Central Safety

Job purpose

Provide strong / robust engineering support in all aspects of Safety for all assigned sites under TL Central Safety scope's; through (1) Critically assessing RPI Safety performance, (2) Developing strategic and operational safety plans and processes, and (3) Designing and implementing safety systems, procedures, and equipment that are integrated into the design of a product or system adopting the industry "best practices" and safety compliance within OQ System (HSE), and (4) ; identifying and analyzing potential safety hazards and developing solutions to mitigate or eliminate them, in order to ensure that systems meet safety standards and regulations.

The position will act in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani's government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Critically assessing RPI Safety performance,
• Developing strategic and operational safety plans and processes,
• Designing and implementing safety systems, procedures, and equipment that are integrated into the design of a product or system adopting the industry "best practices" and safety compliance within OQ System (HSE),
• Identifying and analysing potential safety hazards and developing solutions to mitigate or eliminate them,
• Ensure that systems meet safety standards and regulations
• Technical and Engineering support for all sites and plants and facilities including Terminal, and any other location in terms of project and development.
• Take a lead in the development and implementation of Safety objectives, policies, processes, strategies, tactics, and standard operating procedures (SOP) to ensure all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled.
• Work in conjunction with various departments to assure implementation of HSE Management System.
• Accountable for development and communication of all safety aspects of the OQ RPI periodical HSSE / Sustainability Performance Letter and Report.
• Work in conjunction with other specialists to develop and monitor annual Safety Targets, identifying business impacts and developing control strategies that ensure the company goal of continuous improvement is managed and delivered.
• Based on RPI HSE performance and industry direction develop strategic safety plans that effectively integrate into the overall OQ HSSE strategic plan.
• Work in conjunction with Safety, Environment, and Fire Services Departments, focusing on the P.D.C.A. continual improvement cycle, to develop operational plans that can be practically executed by others within OQ.
• Establish network with HSE Committee, Trade Associations, and Regulatory Authorities as applicable, at all RPI sites/locations align with Communication Department.
• Develop and take ownership of all safety aspects of the RPI HSEMS.
• Lead/participate in all critical incident investigations as required, providing necessary technical expert advice that supports the identification of system causes and sustainable rectification measures.
• Work in conjunction with Fire Services & Environment Department, ensuring all serious potential safety risks, and issues are considered and effectively mitigated.
• Provide advice & support for major/minor Projects and changes to facilities, to ensure all safety risks are identified and mitigated appropriately.
• Understands MOC (Management of Change) process and provides technical advice on safety aspects as needed.
• Provide technical support for Hazard, Risk Assessment, and Impact Assessment studies for facility expansions or as needed.
• Expert in contractor management system to ensure the company requirement is followed by the contractors.
• Well versed with risk assessment methodologies (QRA, HAZOP, HAZID, What-If etc) and give expert advice accordingly.
• Take a lead on implementation of ISO certifications (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001)
• Audit/verify reports to ensure accurate reporting, problem solving, hazard identification and to take necessary precautions
• Supervises the preparation of timely and accurate Safety reports which conform to Company and department requirements, policies, and standards
• Prepare technical material for Safety Trainings and assure capability from HSE Trainer to deliver all trainings as per HSE Training Matrix.
• Develop safety competency criteria and training materials that ensure effective execution and improved competency for all relevant personnel.
• Guide team through an effective culture change focus on meeting HSSE objectives.
• Well versed with Safety software's to support HSE related data development & further analysis.
• Provide required mentoring and coaching to team member to develop their competencies and skill as per department plan.
• Any other tasks assigned by line manager to achieve department objectives.

Key interactions

Internal: Within the department and plant personnel up to Managers level and other RPI functions/departments and Contractors

External: SIPC, ROP, Service Providers, Consultants

Notable Working Conditions.

Field O perations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.

Education requirements

Minimum Qualifications for this position is a Bachelor Degree in Engineering in relevant field

Language requirements

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)

Background and experience

• Emgineer: 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Sr Engineer: 6-8 years of relevant experience
• Experience in Oil and Gas industry preferable in Refinery, Petrochemical, and Petroleum processes.
• Knowledge of main Safety procedures
• Experience in the field of managing Safety aspects in Petrochemical, Oil & Gas industries.
• Fundamentals of HSSE - Comprehensive knowledge of occupational safety. Detailed understanding of general industry standards and the requirements of the more frequently referenced standards. Includes deep knowledge of basic safety concepts such as hazard and risk assessment, personal protective equipment, behaviour-based safety, machine/ equipment safety, confined space entry, etc.
• Occupational Health & Safety Management System-
• Experience in HSE audits.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and RC14001.
• Knowledge of risk management methods and practices.
• Knowledge of HAZOP or similar studies.
• Detail knowledge about contractor HSSE Management procedure.
• Thorough understanding on Incident Management.
• Thorough understanding of HSSE performance management process.
• Through experience on HSSE Training program development and management.
• Through experience on Permit to Work Process.
• Knowledge on Oman regulations pertaining to HSSE.

Soft

• People
• management
• Planning and organizing
• Communication
• Integration
• Presentation
• Analytical thinking
• Coaching

Technical

• Proficiency in M/S Office
• Evidence searches and analysis
• Ability to review, engineering documents, P&ID, PFD
• HAZOP & HAZID
• Root cause analysis
• Investigations, Reporting, Documentation
• Technical writing,
• Establishes priorities and works with minimal direction.
• Self-motivated and uses initiative and judgment to attain the best results.
• Ability to prepare, update and draft policies, procedures and guidelines