HSE Manager (Client Side – Civil Works)

gu-recruitment; al-Wusta; On-site; OMR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

gu-recruitment seeks an experienced HSE Manager for a large factory construction project in Duqm, Oman. You will lead all HSE activities, ensure contractor compliance with project requirements, and drive safety performance and environmental management.

Responsibilities include inspections, audits, incident investigations, PTW, and regulatory liaison with authorities. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8–10 years of HSE experience are required; NEBOSH/IOSH certification is highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 8–10 years of HSE experience in construction projects.
• Experience with large-scale industrial or factory construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Professional HSE certification (NEBOSH/IOSH) preferred.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all HSE activities for the project.
• Ensure contractors comply with HSE requirements and regulations.
• Review HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety walks.
• Monitor and report HSE performance, KPIs, and incident statistics.
• Investigate incidents and drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure PTW systems are implemented and followed.
• Coordinate and participate in HSE meetings with contractors and consultants.
• Promote proactive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Verify workers are trained, inducted, and compliant with safety requirements.
• Oversee environmental management (waste control, spill prevention).
• Stop unsafe work when necessary and liaise with authorities for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment & audits

Influence contractors

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

NEBOSH or IOSH certification

Tools

ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

The HSE Manager will represent the client in all Health, Safety, and Environmental matters for a factory construction project in Duqm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all HSE activities on behalf of the client
• Ensure contractors comply with project HSE requirements, procedures, and Oman regulations
• Review and approve HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and procedures
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety walks
• Monitor and report HSE performance, KPIs, and incident statistics
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; ensure proper root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Ensure implementation of permit-to-work (PTW) systems
• Coordinate and participate in HSE meetings with contractors and consultants
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Verify that all workers are properly trained, inducted, and compliant with safety requirements
• Ensure proper environmental management (waste control, spill prevention, etc.)
• Stop unsafe work when necessary and enforce corrective actions
• Liaise with local authorities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
• Minimum 8-10 years of HSE experience in construction projects
• Experience in large-scale industrial or factory construction projects
• Strong knowledge of international HSE standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
• Experience working in the Middle East is preferred
• Professional HSE certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) is highly desirable
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to influence contractors and enforce compliance
• Fluent in English (spoken and written Preferedl Skills
• Familiarity with Omani HSE regulations and standards
• Experience managing multiple contractors on complex projects
• Strong incident investigation and reporting skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage critical situations effectively