HSSE Officer

Acwa China; As Sudiyah; On-site; OMR 6,700 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Acwa China is seeking an experienced HSE Officer to supervise and implement HSE management systems at plant level, coordinating with operations and maintenance teams. The role reports to the HSE Engineer/Plant General Manager and Corporate HSE Manager.

Based primarily at the plant, you will drive safety programs, conduct training, lead incident investigations, and ensure compliance with local regulations. A NEBOSH certificate and strong field experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing HSE programs on plant sites.
• Knowledge of local HSE regulations
• Ability to conduct risk assessments
• Proficient in MS Office

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in plant activities to support HSE objectives.
• Conduct toolbox talks and on-field HSE meetings with staff and contractors.
• Lead on-site HSE training programs for field personnel.
• Improve reporting and investigations of unsafe acts/conditions and near misses.
• Coordinate and participate in audits of HSE management systems.

Skills

Quality management knowledge

Occupational Health & Safety

Hazard risk assessment

PPE knowledge

Safety communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in HSE or related field

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Position

Job Title HSE Officer

Job location (Department/Plant) Plant

Reporting to Plant (General) Manager/HSE Engineer/HSE Manager

Job Summary

This position is based out of City and is primarily a plant based position providing support to manage and implement HSE management system at the field level by working closely with power Or water plants operations. This position will report directly to the HSE Engineer / Plant General Manager/PM and Corporate HSE Manager.

Roles & Responsibilities

S. No. Responsibility

• 1 Coordinating and actively participating in plant activities while maintaining focus to overall company objectives and consistency through HSE management
• 2 Conducting tool box talks (if required), HSE awareness session and on-field HSE meetings with staff and contractors.
• 3 Leading on-site HSE training programs designed to motivate field personnel
• 4 Improve the unsafe act/conditions and Near misses reporting, recording and participating in investigations.
• 5 Coordinating and participating in the continuous auditing of HSE management systems
• 6 Assisting the Administration and Occupational Health Team and providing support in all aspects of post-accident / injury treatment process
• 7 Working with operations and maintenance employees to promote permit to work system and ensure safety of everyone involved in the processes.
• 8 Identify non-compliant, incomplete or substandard procedures, for activities involving employees and/or contractors in the plant
• 9 Assisting field staff and contractors in the caring and inspection of their PPE and ensure PPE compliance in the field.
• 10 Responsible for recording and reporting of all incidents including employees’ injuries.
• 11 Supporting Corporate HSE programs e.g. People Based Safety, 5S and Zero incident process etc.
• 12 Inspections of equipment logbooks and records e.g. scaffolding, ladders, cranes, tools, work equipment, power tools etc.
• 13 Supporting the HSE incentive program and other promotional programs e.g. Safety day, World environment day or HSE campaigns as announced by Corporate.
• 14 Promoting the HSE Observation and Communication programs involving owner and contractors HSE officers
• 15 Inspection of portable fire extinguisher, safety eye-wash / shower station and keeping their maintenance records. (if required)
• 16 Assisting HSE Engineer in risk assessment process and maintenance of identified control measures
• 17 Offering support to Incident controller as a part of the emergency response team
• 18 Supporting Corporate Environmental programs as required e.g. waste management, plantation, spill control etc
• 19 Supporting Corporate Occupational Health Programs e.g. Get Healthy Stay Healthy Program, Stress Management, Quit Smoking Programs , Diet and Exercise etc.
• 20 Conduct walk around checks regularly to monitor HSE controls
• 21 Ensure availability of first aid measures at locations
• 22 Ensure availability of firefighting equipment and inspection of its status
• 23 Collection of environmental deviations and ensure identification, implementation of corrective actions
• 24 Coordinate HSE emergency drills and reports
• 25 Ensure work areas continuous monitoring and presence of controls on identified risks.
• 26 Provide induction training to new employees, visitors and contractors/subcontractors.
• 27 Ensure the availability of medical facilities and medicines in the ambulance
• 28 Monitor the validity of certification of equipment and operator license
• 29 Perform other HSE duties as assigned time to time.

Job Specifications

Educational Desired Degree certificate

Preferred

• Preferred NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• HSE Trained and Certified Auditor from a recognized institute

Minimum Experience

(Type and duration) Minimum 4 years of direct working experience in the similar capacity

Preferable 5+ years of relevant working experience within a multi-cultural team

Required Skills 1. Awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety and Environment Management system principles

• Knowledge of applicable legal requirements
• Hazard Risk assessment
• Aspect Impact assessment
• Investigating skills
• Knowledge of firefighting equipment
• Knowledge of first aid measures
• Knowledge of PPE and safety equipment
• Knowledge of spillage containment
• Knowledge of handling HSE emergencies
• Knowledge of identification, classification and disposal of waste
• Having a good command of English and / or Arabic languages.
• Field experience on a power and/or water plants with a proven excellent safety record.
• Possess a working knowledge of power plant operations its equipment, practices, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Email & PowerPoint
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safety at all times
• Strong desire to support all levels of personnel

Desired certification / Job specific skill / Training

Should be familiar with applicable K.S.A Health, Safety and Environmental legislations

Should be holding a valid driving license of K.S.A or

Willing to get one within 3 months after the completion of his probationary period.

Work Condition

While performing the duties of this position, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. In high precarious places he may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or chemicals risk and electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but very loud conditions do exist.