Job Openings Senior Officer - HSE

About the job Senior Officer - HSE

Job Description: Description of activities and key responsibilities of the function

  • Accountable for the safety of assigned project staff and its operations on the implementation of HSE Management system HSEMS, throughout the project.
  • Support project management in achieving HSE goals as set for the project safe operations.
  • Carrying out safety inspection on site facilities, equipment’s and units using HSE checklist.
  • Report & investigate accidents, near-miss, sub-standard practices and substandard conditions at work sites.
  • Conduct safety group meetings to coach the workforce on the company HSEMS, policies, emergency procedure, HSE procedures, standards, guidelines, and HSE documents related to site.
  • Attends meeting internally and with client to identify projects HSE requirements.
  • Ensure that lifesaving &fire-fighting equipment are properly maintained/certified, ready for immediate use.
  • Maintain strict compliance with regards to company Health and Safety policy, conduct random or spot check to implement Zero tolerance with regards to unsafe practices/alcohol abuse etc.
  • Accountable for conducting the analysis of HSE observations and incidents to identify immediate and basic causes and recommending corrective actions to close the gaps to prevent recurrences.
  • Supervise subcontractors and team at site regarding the safety issues.
  • Coordinate accident/injury and lead investigations and tracking incidents for close out.
  • Monitor housekeeping program to consistently improve its standards.
  • Ensure periodical inspections of various safety and lifesaving equipment, firefighting equipment, gas monitors, breathing, apparatus, etc.
  • Work with the site managers in order to execute the safety plan.
  • Inspect all sites activities works, tools and equipment; verify that it is done according to the safety not according the safety.
  • Accountable for preparing HSE training plan for assigned project employees.
  • Coordinate HSE training of employees to ensure competency of workforce is maintained as required.
  • Observe emergency mock drills and advise the line supervisor regarding proper exercise both in the residential area and work sites.
  • Maintenance of HSE register, Incident report, Lessons Learned databases and other associated records of the HSE Management System
  • Monitor and compile site HSE statistical report, HSE weekly and other reports.
  • Support Project Manager and other team in achieving HSE goals set for the project.
  • Assist Project Manager in adherence to JSA(job safety analysis) toolbox meetings and other periodical inspections 
  • Perform incident and accident  investigations and reports findings  to HSE Manager
  • Review and monitor all safety aspect including, PPE, night safety visions, speed limit etc.
  • This is a generalist view of a Job that you have been assigned for at times you will be ask to do above/beyond the scope of this role due to Operational requirements.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications:

  • Bachelor Degree in any subject 

  • In depth knowledge of Management system requirements form applicable standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)

  • Training as internal auditor in ISO 14001 and 45001

  • OSHAD Practitioner course

  • Certification: NEBOSH / IOSH


Function specific experience

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safety management systems; audit and inspections processes; and a general understanding in a variety of health and safety areas such as workplace inspections, OH&S committees, personal protective equipment, emergency measures, etc.

Strong & proven knowledge of and experience in company HSE Management system & relevant procedures.

Familiarity with the preparation of documentations and bridging documents required by Company specification, JSA, RA and pre-job meeting before starting the works.

Industry related experience

  • Knowledge of Dredging/Civil Marine industry preferable


Years of experience

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience

Language skills

  • Required: Fluent English

IT skills

  • MS Office

  • ERP advantage.