HSE Specialist

Job Purpose
The Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring safety requirements across various short and long term projects. The position supports and collaborates with the HSE Manager to implement safety strategies, conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and provide expert advice and training while fostering a safety culture throughout the organization.
Major Accountabilities
Support and Advise: Collaborate with project teams, offering expert guidance on risk assessment, and mitigation plans and fostering a positive safety culture.
Implementation and Monitoring (Terrestrial Projects and Facilities Operations: Assist the HSE Manager in implementing HSE strategies, monitoring policies, procedures, and standards across projects, and provide a report for all aspects of HSE operations.

Communication and Development: Develop and maintain clear communication with all staff levels, providing timely support and guidance.

External Liaison: Communicate effectively with external stakeholders (authorities, clients, consultants, contractors) to ensure coordinated and compliant HSE management.

Incident Management : Investigate site accidents and incidents, analyze causes, and recommend corrective actions .

Training and Awareness : Develop and deliver HSE training for project staff and ensure compliance with training.

Inspection and Auditing: Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify and address potential hazards. Investigate near-misses and implement preventive measures. Be able to travel to remote project locations for HSE inspections.

Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement HSE plans, and emergency response procedures.
Promotion and Collaboration: Collaborate with HSE professionals and line management to promote safety initiatives and Cause No Harm campaigns.

Safe Equipment and Facilities: Inspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and rectify potential hazards. Work collaboratively to resolve issues.
Person Requirements
Competencies
Strong understanding of relevant HSE regulations and best practices.

Experience developing and delivering training programs.

Excellent communication in Arabic and English, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Ability to conduct inspections, audits, and investigations.

Proactive, safety-focused, and detail-oriented approach.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in health & safety, Environmental Science, or related field. CSP and/or rescue diver are favorable, but not a requirement.

International certification in an applicable HSE area preferred (i.e., IOSH, NEBOSH, CHST, etc.).
Experience
Minimum of 5 years experience in a health and safety specialist role, or similar field.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education:
Any Graduation()
Gender:
nm
Nationality:
Any Nationality