Drilling Field Compliance Coordinator (Safety & Environment) - Saudi Arabia

Eram Talent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Eram Talent is seeking an experienced Drilling Field Compliance Coordinator to support HSE compliance across drilling and workover operations. You will conduct field inspections, audits, investigate incidents, assess risks, and ensure adherence to Saudi Aramco HSE standards and safety systems.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, NEBOSH IGC or IOSH, and a minimum of 10 years HSE experience in Oil & Gas with at least 7 years in drilling and workover operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, HSE, Science, Industrial disciplines, or a related field.
• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, or equivalent internationally recognized safety certification.
• Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in Oil & Gas.
• At least 7 years in drilling and workover operations.
• Strong knowledge of incident investigation, hazard identification, risk management, emergency preparedness, and HSE management systems.
• Experience conducting field inspections, safety audits, and compliance assessments.
• Strong reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in field-based environments with rotational schedules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HSE audits and field inspections across drilling and workover rigs.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco safety standards and environmental requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports, NCRs, and corrective actions.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and prepare reports.
• Support pre-commencement inspections for new rigs and follow up on findings.
• Prepare rigs for internal and external audits (RHSEI, Well Control, LPD etc.).
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend control measures.
• Provide HSE guidance and mentoring to rig teams.
• Monitor behavioral safety through rig visits and safety meetings.
• Support safety training, emergency preparedness, contractor safety, and environmental initiatives.

Skills

HSE auditing

Incident investigation

Risk management

Field inspections

Reporting

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, HSE, Science, Industrial disciplines, or related field

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Drilling Field Compliance Coordinator to support Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) compliance across drilling and workover operations. The successful candidate will conduct field inspections and audits, investigate incidents, assess operational risks, and ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco HSE standards and safety management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct HSE audits and field inspections across drilling and workover rigs.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco safety standards, operational procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and corrective action plans.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and prepare investigation reports.
• Support pre-commencement inspections for new rigs and follow up on identified findings.
• Prepare rigs for internal and external audits, including RHSEI, Well Control, LPD, Corporate, and EPD audits.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Provide HSE guidance and mentoring to rig supervisors, safety officers, and operational teams.
• Monitor behavioral safety through regular rig visits, safety meetings, and on-the-job awareness activities.
• Support safety training, emergency preparedness, contractor safety, and environmental protection initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, HSE, Science, Industrial disciplines, or a related field.
• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, or an equivalent internationally recognized safety certification.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant HSE experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• At least 7 years of experience in drilling and workover operations.
• Strong knowledge of incident investigation, hazard identification, risk management, emergency preparedness, and HSE management systems.
• Experience conducting field inspections, safety audits, and compliance assessments.
• Strong reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in field-based environments and follow rotational work schedules.