Senior Specialist - HSE Subsea

Employment; Doha; On-site; QAR 364,000 - 510,000; Full time

Job summary

Milaha is looking for a seasoned HSE/Quality leader to oversee safety and quality across Offshore & Marine operations. You will ensure ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 compliance, drive risk management, and guide audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 8–10 years in HSE/Quality, with diving and ROV experience, and certifications such as NEBOSH and IOSH. International offshore exposure and BOSIET/H2S OPITO are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of HSE/Quality experience, offshore preferred.
• Hands-on exposure to Diving and ROV operations.
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001/14001/45001 is required.
• Valid BOSIET/H2S OPITO and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support HSE and Quality management across Milaha Offshore & Marine.
• Drive ISO 9001/14001/45001 compliance and risk management.
• Develop and review HIRA, HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, and SWIFT analyses.
• Ensure safe execution of AIR/SAT Diving and ROV operations with competent personnel.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement; support audits and inspections.
• Provide expert HSE guidance to Project Managers and leadership.

Skills

HSE Management

Quality Management

Diving Operations

ROV Operations

Audits & Inspections

Incident Investigation

Risk Assessment

MS Office

Communication Skills

Education

3-year Associate Degree

NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ6 or higher)

Chartered IOSH membership

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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This role is responsible for leading and supporting HSE and Quality management across Milaha Offshore & Marine operations, ensuring that business management systems, HSE frameworks and quality standards are effectively implemented and maintained across operational sites. The position provides expert guidance to Project Managers and Business Unit leadership, drives compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, and oversees risk management activities, audits, inspections, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives. It also plays a key role in ensuring the safe execution of AIR/SAT Diving and ROV operations, including the development and review of HIRAs, HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, SWIFT, Bridging Documents, Emergency Response Plans and Safety Cases. The ideal candidate should have 8-10 years of relevant HSE/Quality experience, preferably in offshore projects, with strong hands-on exposure to Diving and ROV operations. A 3-year degree or Associate Degree, Chartered IOSH membership or NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ Level 6 or higher), technical Diving/ROV qualifications, Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001/14001/45001, advanced Incident Investigation certification, and valid BOSIET/H2S OPITO are required. Strong knowledge of IMCA and IOGP guidelines, offshore risk management, audits, safety culture and regulatory compliance is essential, while GCC and Survey experience would be an advantage.

Job description

This role is responsible for leading and supporting HSE and Quality management across Milaha Offshore & Marine operations, ensuring that business management systems, HSE frameworks and quality standards are effectively implemented and maintained across operational sites. The position provides expert guidance to Project Managers and Business Unit leadership, drives compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, and oversees risk management activities, audits, inspections, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives. It also plays a key role in ensuring the safe execution of AIR/SAT Diving and ROV operations, including the development and review of HIRAs, HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, SWIFT, Bridging Documents, Emergency Response Plans and Safety Cases. The ideal candidate should have 8-10 years of relevant HSE/Quality experience, preferably in offshore projects, with strong hands-on exposure to Diving and ROV operations. A 3-year degree or Associate Degree, Chartered IOSH membership or NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ Level 6 or higher), technical Diving/ROV qualifications, Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001/14001/45001, advanced Incident Investigation certification, and valid BOSIET/H2S OPITO are required. Strong knowledge of IMCA and IOGP guidelines, offshore risk management, audits, safety culture and regulatory compliance is essential, while GCC and Survey experience would be an advantage.

Why Join Milaha?

By continuously challenging the status quo, Milaha today is a large, diversified holding company with core interests in maritime transport, logistics, port management, and offshore marine services. Milaha is a genuinely diverse company in respect of its offering portfolio and, most importantly, our dedicated colleagues. Although we come from different backgrounds and cultures, our values are what we have in common and keep us connected.

Responsibilities:

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Ensure the Milaha Offshore & Marine Business Management Systems, including HSE and Quality frameworks, are effectively communicated, implemented, and maintained across all operational sites.
• Uphold and maintain accreditations and compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of departmental operational procedures, risk assessments, and work instructions in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the planning and facilitation of risk management exercises, including HAZOP, HAZID, SIMOPS, and SWIFT analyses in coordination with clients and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project-specific HSE documentation such as HIRAs, Bridging Documents, Emergency Response Plans, and Safety Cases, ensuring approval, dissemination, and periodic review for effectiveness.
• Ensure all dive and ROV operations are risk-assessed, documented, and executed by competent personnel using approved equipment and procedures.
• Monitor and report performance against Quality and HSE KPIs; drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet or exceed contractual and business targets.
• Maintain and operate client contractual reporting tools, ensuring timely and accurate sharing of HSE and operational statistics (daily/weekly/monthly) across Milaha Offshore & Marine.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess compliance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support Line Managers in implementing corrective actions.
• Drive safety culture across projects and worksites by promoting awareness, leading behavioural safety initiatives, and reinforcing mental health and well-being practices.
• Provide targeted safety awareness training for site personnel and ensure alignment with best practices and evolving regulatory standards.
• Perform internal audits, inspections, and gap assessments; support external, client, and regulatory audits, ensuring timely closure of non-conformities and action items.
• Maintain a current matrix of permitted operations, ensuring alignment with competency and operational control requirements.
• Collaborate closely with operational teams to ensure that training content is relevant, technically validated, and responsive to field realities.
• Provide expert HSE and operational guidance to Project Managers and Business Unit Leadership to enhance contract delivery and strategic performance.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills

• Education & Professional Qualification:
  • 3-year Full-Time Degree (Associated Degree) and Chartered member of IOSH, or NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ6 or higher) and technical Dive / ROV qualifications
  • Lead Auditor (14001 / 9001 / 45001)
  • Incident Investigation: Advanced / Team leader (Tap Root / Kelvin TopSet)
  • Hold a valid full driving license (Transferable to Qatari license required)
  • Valid offshore certification (BOSIET / H2S OPITO)
• Professional Experience: 8 to 10 years of industry experience in a similar role (Familiar with Offshore Projects, AIR/SAT Diving & ROV Operations, Survey a plus).

Geographic Experience

GCC is Preferable but not essential

Computer Skills

Fully conversant with MS Office and web applications.

Language Skills

Business Fluent in English – both written and spoken is required. Arabic a plus

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge

• A high degree of understanding of AIR/SAT Diving and its supporting equipment, and operations.
• Understanding of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV)
• Understanding of Survey operations a plus
• Knowledge of the following standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IOGP guidelines, IMCA Guidelines

Others

• Pleasant personality
• Good interpersonal and communication skills