QHSE Manager

Esbaar; Muscat; On-site; OMR 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Esbaar is seeking a senior QHSE leader to develop and continuously improve the organization's QHSE policies, procedures, and management systems. You will ensure compliance with local, national, and international standards and lead risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.

The role requires building a proactive safety culture, delivering training, and collaborating with operations to embed safe processes across facilities. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Lead Auditor preferred.
• Experience in implementing integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve QHSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Lead risk assessments, hazard identifications, and safety audits.
• Oversee incident investigations and root-cause analyses with corrective actions.
• Manage audits related to quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to embed safe, compliant processes.
• Drive training programs to raise QHSE awareness and competency.
• Prepare documentation for regulatory inspections and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Communication & training

Documentation & reporting

QHSE management systems

Analytical/problem-solving

Influencing safety practices

Change management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related

Tools

NEBOSH/IOSH/ISO Lead Auditor certificates

Job description

Develop implement and continuously improve the organization s QHSE policies procedures and management systems Ensure compliance with local national and international QHSE regulations standards and industry best practices Lead the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems and safety frameworks across operational sites Conduct risk assessments hazard identification and safety audits to proactively manage operational risks Oversee incident investigations and root cause analyses ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively Establish and monitor key safety quality and environmental performance metrics across the organization Lead internal and external audits related to quality management safety compliance and environmental standards Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee awareness of QHSE policies and safe work practices Collaborate with operational and engineering teams to ensure safe and compliant processes are integrated into business operations Manage emergency response planning and crisis management procedures across operational facilities Prepare and maintain documentation related to compliance inspections and regulatory reporting Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement initiatives and leadership involvement Evaluate new projects equipment and operational changes to ensure QHSE compliance Manage relationships with regulatory authorities certification bodies and external auditors S upport continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational safety product quality and environmental sustainability

Qualifications

• B achelor s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Lead Auditor (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) or equivalent are preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 7 10 years of experience in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental management
• Proven experience in implementing and maintaining integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and compliance audits
• Experience in developing QHSE policies, procedures, and training programs

Skills

• Strong knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards
• Risk assessment and incident investigation capabilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to develop and implement QHSE management systems and improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication and training skills to promote safety awareness
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to conduct internal audits and ensure regulatory compliance
• Report writing, documentation, and regulatory reporting skills

Leadership Skills

• Leadership and management of safety and compliance teams
• Change management and safety culture transformation
• Employee training and organizational awareness programs

Technical Expertise

• Quality management systems and process control
• Occupational health and safety risk management
• Environmental impact assessment and sustainability practices

Strategic Thinking

• Long-term risk mitigation planning
• Development of integrated QHSE strategies aligned with corporate objectives

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Effective communication with employees, management, regulators, and auditors
• Ability to influence safety practices across all levels of the organization

Problem-Solving & Analytical Abilities

• Root cause analysis and incident investigation
• Data-driven evaluation of safety performance and operational risks