Maritime HSE Lead: Safety, Compliance & Training

WSP; Muscat; On-site; OMR 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to implement, monitor, and enforce HSE requirements across maritime construction and supervision activities. You will ensure compliance with UAE regulations, IMO standards, and WSP policies while promoting a safety-first culture.

Role requires collaboration with project teams, design reviews, incident investigations, and effective training delivery. Travel to offshore sites and international assignments may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 13 years of HSE experience in maritime, offshore, or marine construction environments.
• Professional HSE certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, civil defense regulations, and IMO guidelines.
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Proficiency with HSE management software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work on offshore sites and obtain necessary medical clearances.
• Demonstrated leadership in fostering a safety-first culture among diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as project demands require.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE plans, procedures, and risk assessments for maritime projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations on marine and offshore works.
• Ensure compliance with UAE local regulations, IMO standards, and WSP HSE policies.
• Coordinate incident investigations, root‑cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions to project teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor and report HSE performance metrics, KPIs, and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in design reviews to integrate HSE considerations early in project lifecycle.
• Manage permits to work, confined space entry, and hot‑work authorizations for marine activities.
• Liaise with client, authorities, and third‑party auditors on HSE matters.
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best‑practice sharing.

Skills

HSE management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Audits

Training delivery

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in OHS/Environmental Eng

Tools

HSE software

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to implement, monitor, and enforce HSE requirements across maritime construction and supervision activities. You will ensure compliance with UAE regulations, IMO standards, and WSP policies while promoting a safety-first culture.

Role requires collaboration with project teams, design reviews, incident investigations, and effective training delivery. Travel to offshore sites and international assignments may be required.