Senior HSE Engineer – Oil & Gas Projects (Site Safety Lead)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Health insurance

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior HSE Engineer to lead health, safety and environmental programs across oil and gas projects. You will develop and maintain HSE management systems, conduct risk assessments, and drive incident investigations.

You will deliver training, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture on site, reporting to site leadership. A bachelor's degree and 8+ years in HSE are required, with NEBOSH/CSP preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of HSE experience, preferably in Oil & Gas.
• Professional HSE certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP) desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of HSE regulations, risk management, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Experience delivering safety training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE management systems and procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate all incidents and near-misses, implementing corrective actions.
• Deliver HSE training and awareness programs at all levels.
• Ensure compliance with local and international HSE regulations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior HSE Engineer to lead health, safety and environmental programs across oil and gas projects. You will develop and maintain HSE management systems, conduct risk assessments, and drive incident investigations.

You will deliver training, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture on site, reporting to site leadership. A bachelor's degree and 8+ years in HSE are required, with NEBOSH/CSP preferred.