HSSE&Q Field Support Advisor

Fugro; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fugro’s HSSE Field Advisor role focuses on supporting field operations with safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes coaching, audits, and client engagement to ensure project safety and environmental protection across sites.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years of HSSE experience, and willingness to travel extensively, including offshore work as needed. Strong OSHA/DOT/EPA knowledge is expected.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or Risk Management preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in an HSSE role.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable record.
• TWIC card or the ability to obtain one.
• 80% field work, willingness to travel for extended periods.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA, ISO 9001/14001/45001, etc.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with common software.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and prioritize Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and Environment.
• Provide HSSE expertise to management, employees, and stakeholders.
• Support field operations with coaching, client engagements, and risk management.
• Monitor compliance with HSSE regulations and communicate requirements.
• Conduct spot verifications of project risk controls for effectiveness.
• Collaborate to develop risk assessment and management strategies for changes.
• Conduct inspections and audits to identify hazards and non-compliance.
• Ensure adherence to company standards, policies, and local regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field work

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Stakeholder communication

Safety audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Environmental Science

Risk Management

Tools

MS Office

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Description

Fugro’s commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) is fundamental to our purpose of creating a safe and livable world. Through a strong safety culture, proactive risk management, and a shared responsibility for wellbeing, we empower our teams to work safely, protect the environment, and deliver projects responsibly for our clients and communities. Working in alignment with the respective Business Partner (BP), the HSSE&Q Field Advisor is responsible for directly supporting operational activities and projects at the worksite to champion cultural transition, compliance, and continual improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on HSSE matters to management, employees, and stakeholders, and serve as resource for HSSE related inquires and concerns.
• Act as an HSSE ‘Swiss Army Knife’, with capacity and competence to directly support field operations, including coaching/mentoring, client engagements, risk management, audits, investigations, project documentation support, learning teams’ facilitation and other support requirements.
• Monitor and influence compliance with HSSE regulations, standards, and procedures, and communicate requirements and expectations to employees and contractors on worksite including hazard observations.
• Conduct spot verifications of project risk controls to ensure effectiveness.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement risk assessment and management strategies for ongoing project changes, processes, and activities.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of worksite, equipment, and processes to identify hazards, risks, and non-compliance issues.
• Ensure accordance to company standards, industry standards, QHSSE policy and local regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States, without restrictions.
• Posses a High School or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management preferred.
• Have 5 years or more experience in an HSSE role, preferably in a similar industry or operations management role.
• Posses a valid driver’s license with an acceptable record.
• Certification in HSSE (i.e. NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.) preferred.
• Have a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC), or ability to obtain one.
• Role will be 80% Field work that is required.
• Willing and able to travel, as required or assigned, for extended periods of time (both land and offshore) for project work site visits, inspections, incident investigations, client meetings, or other HSSE related functions.
• Possess relevant knowledge of relevant regulations and standards impacting Fugro worksites (i.e., Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), ISO 9001/14001&45001…etc.)
• Possess strong knowledge relating to offshore safety requirements.
• Possess strong working knowledge of computers and fluent in a variety of common software business applications.

What’s in it for you?

At Fugro, our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what’s right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is seeded by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability. Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs. We value the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of flexible work models. Fugro USA’s comprehensive benefits package also ensures you have choices that fit your needs at any life stage.

Equal Opportunity

Fugro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly at 713-369-5699 or [e-mail].

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About Fugro

Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built upon it. Adopting an integrated approach that incorporates acquisition and analysis of Geo-data and related advice, Fugro provides solutions. With expertise in site characterisation and asset integrity, clients are supported in the safe, sustainable and efficient design, construction and operation of their assets throughout the full life cycle. Employing approximately 9000 talented people in 61 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, predominantly in the energy and infrastructure industries, both offshore and onshore. In 2020, revenue amounted to EUR 1.4 billion. Fugro is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.