HSE Coordinator Rig/NonRig

Eram Talent; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Eram Talent seeks a highly proactive HSE Coordinator (Rig / Non-Rig) to champion health, safety and environmental initiatives across field drilling operations and support facilities in Saudi Arabia. Implement safety frameworks, ensure compliance and foster a zero-incident culture on rigs, yards and offices.

The role requires a Bachelor's or higher diploma in OHS, 5–7 years HSE experience in oil & gas, 2+ years on Aramco-approved projects, and mandatory NEBOSH IGC plus Aramco HSE Approval/WPR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• 5–7 years of hands-on HSE experience in oil & gas drilling.
• 2+ years on Aramco-approved projects or rigs.
• Mandatory NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
• Mandatory Saudi Aramco HSE Approval / WPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Enforce company HSE policies and Life-Saving Rules on rigs and facilities.
• Lead safety inductions, toolbox talks, and JSA/JHA sessions.
• Manage PTW and LOTO processes on rig floors and sites.
• Organize emergency drills and maintain HSE dashboards.

Skills

Aramco SMS

English fluency

HSE leadership

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in OHS

Higher Diploma in Safety

Job description

We are seeking a highly proactive and qualified HSE Coordinator (Rig / Non-Rig) to champion our health, safety, and environmental initiatives across both dynamic field drilling operations and support facility environments. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing safety frameworks, driving compliance, and fostering a zero-incident safety culture on active rigs, industrial yards, and office locations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Rig & Field Operations Safety

• Enforce strict compliance with company HSE policies, Life-Saving Rules, and client-specific safety frameworks.
• Manage and audit the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures on the rig floor.
• Conduct daily safety walks, rig inspections, DROPS (dropped objects) surveys, and lifting equipment checks.
• Lead and facilitate daily Toolbox Talks, Job Safety Analyses (JSA / JHA), and pre-tour safety meetings.
• Supervise high-risk operations, including confined space entry, hot work, work at height, and simultaneous operations (SIMOPS).

2. Non-Rig & Facility Safety

• Coordinate safety programs for supply warehouses, pipe yards, logistics centers, and administrative offices.
• Perform regular occupational hygiene walks, evaluating ergonomics, lighting, noise, and air quality.
• Oversee waste management, hazardous material storage (MSDS/SDS compliance), and environmental controls.
• Ensure all emergency systems, fire protection tools, and first aid supplies are inspected and fully operational.

3. Incident Management & Training

• Deliver comprehensive HSE inductions for new employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Participate in incident investigations utilizing root-cause tools (e.g., 5-Why, ICAM) and track corrective actions to closure.
• Organize and evaluate routine emergency drills (fire, well control, H2S release, medical evacuation).
• Maintain precise safety logs, incident data, and weekly/monthly HSE performance dashboards.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related science discipline.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related science discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 5 to 7 years of hands-on HSE experience within the oil and gas drilling sector, with at least 2+ years working directly on Aramco-approved projects or rigs.
• Certifications:
• Mandatory: NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
• Mandatory: Valid Saudi Aramco HSE Approval / Work Permit Receiver (WPR) certification (or capability to clear the Aramco vendor approval process).
• Preferred: OSHA 30-Hour, tapRooT Incident Investigation, or ISO 45001/14001 Internal Auditor certification.

• Skills: Deep understanding of Aramco Safety Management System (SMS) expectations. Strong communication skills with command of written and spoken English.