Sr HSE & ERT Specialist -

Oman Investment Authority; Oman; On-site; OMR 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Oman Investment Authority is seeking a Senior HSE & Emergency Response Specialist to support the implementation and continual improvement of HSE, emergency response, fire protection and environmental programs across mining operations, process plants, workshops, warehouses and camps.

The role provides technical expertise in occupational health and safety, process safety, emergency preparedness, and incident investigation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of HSE and Emergency Response experience in mining, mineral processing, metals, cement, heavy industry or oil & gas.
• Minimum 3 years in open-pit mining or mineral processing operations.
• Strong knowledge of incident investigation and risk assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in investigations of incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage and environmental events.
• Support HSE management system implementation and continual improvement across mining and processing facilities.
• Coordinate emergency response planning, drills and training; ensure readiness of firefighting and rescue capabilities.

Skills

HSE Management

Emergency Response

Incident Investigation

Hazard Identification

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Safety

NEBOSH IGC

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Brief Posting Description

The Senior HSE & Emergency Response Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation and continual improvement of Health Safety Environment HSE Emergency Response Fire Protection and Environmental Management programs across mining operations process plant facilities workshops warehouses camps and associated infrastructure The role provides technical expertise in occupational health and safety process plant safety mining safety emergency preparedness firefighting rescue operations incident investigation contractor management and environmental compliance The position ensures operational activities are conducted safely and in compliance with company standards regulatory requirements and international best practices while maintaining emergency response readiness across all MMC operations.

Detailed Description

MINING & PROCESS PLANT HSE MANAGEMENT

Support implementation and continual improvement of the Company s HSE Management System Conduct HSE inspections and audits across open-pit mining operations crushing plants process plants workshops warehouses laboratories fuel storage facilities and camps Monitor compliance with company HSE procedures permit-to-work systems and regulatory requirements Participate in Hazard Identification HAZID Job Safety Analysis JSA Task Risk Assessments TRA and Critical Risk Management processes Monitor safe operation of mining equipment haul roads crushers conveyors stackers reclaimers mills screening plants and associated facilities Support implementation of critical controls for mobile equipment working at height confined space entry lifting operations energy isolation LOTO and blasting activities Conduct workplace exposure assessments related to dust chemical exposure noise vibration heat stress and occupational health hazards Review contractor activities and monitor contractor HSE compliance Support operational departments in developing safe work procedures and risk mitigation measures Promote a proactive safety culture through field engagement coaching and leadership interaction.

PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Support process safety management activities within crushing screening ore handling beneficiation and processing facilities Participate in process hazard reviews and risk assessments Monitor implementation of process safety controls and operational safeguards Assist in identifying potential process safety risks associated with equipment failures fires explosions chemical releases and loss of containment events Participate in Management of Change MOC reviews Support emergency shutdown and business continuity planning activities.

INCIDENT INVESTIGATION & REPORTING

Lead or participate in investigations of all incidents injuries near misses property damage process safety events environmental incidents and dangerous occurrences Conduct root cause analysis and develop preventive and corrective actions Track and monitor action items until closure Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and lessons-learned communications Analyze trends and recommend improvement initiatives.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE & FIRE PROTECTION

Respond to emergencies including fires medical emergencies rescue incidents equipment failures chemical releases and environmental incidents Perform industrial firefighting activities involving fixed plant facilities mobile equipment fuel storage areas workshops and buildings Conduct rescue operations including vehicle extrication confined space rescue rope rescue and recovery operations Participate in mine rescue activities when required Coordinate emergency response activities during operational incidents Maintain readiness of emergency response facilities and resources Provide Emergency First Aid and CPR as required Support emergency evacuation and emergency communications during incidents.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Develop review and update Emergency Response Plans ERP for mining and process plant operations Conduct emergency drills and simulations for Mine emergencies Process plant incidents Fire scenarios Chemical spills Confined space rescue Medical emergencies Vehicle accidents Environmental emergencies Evaluate drill effectiveness and implement improvement actions Coordinate with Civil Defence Ambulance Services hospitals and other external emergency organizations Support emergency response training and competency management programs.

Education

Bachalor s Degree in Health and Safety Fire and Safety or a related discipline required.

Certifications

NEBOSH - IGC IOSH Managing Safely is mandatory Following certifications are added advantages NEBOSH International Diploma Incident Investigation Certification Industrial Firefighting Certification Emergency Response & Rescue Certification Mine Rescue Certification First Aid & CPR Certification Hazardous Materials HazMat Response Certification Confined Space Rescue Certification Incident Command System (ICS) Training.

Experience

Minimum 7 years of HSE and Emergency Response experience in mining mineral processing metals cement heavy industry or oil & gas sectors Minimum 3 years in open-pit mining and or mineral processing operations Experience in emergency response planning and firefighting operations Experience conducting incident investigations and risk assessments.