Job Title: HSES Manager Middle East (Various Location)
Location: Regional travel across project sites, including offshore
As a safety champion and compliance expert, the HSES Manager will shape a proactive safety culture, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure full alignment with international standards (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001), national regulations, and client-specific HSES expectations. This is a dynamic, field-oriented position requiring frequent site visits, audit leadership, and strong collaboration with operations, contractors, and regulators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of regional HSES strategies, policies, and SMART KPIs.
- Promote visible safety leadership, mentorship, and behavioral safety programs across all levels.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement through data-driven insights and innovation.
- Maintain up-to-date Regulatory Compliance Plans (RCPs) and ensure adherence to international HSES laws.
- Lead risk assessments, Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems, and hazard controlsespecially for high-risk activities like working at height and rope access.
- Serve as the primary liaison during audits, inspections, and engagements with regulatory bodies and clients.
- Design and deliver targeted HSES training programs for employees, subcontractors, and site teams.
- Develop and execute annual emergency response plans, drills, and post-exercise evaluations.
- Monitor PPE compliance and competency assurance across the region.
- Support the rollout of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, including emissions reduction, waste management, and community engagement.
- Foster sustainable practices among suppliers, contractors, and local stakeholders.
- Analyze leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
- Lead incident investigations using methodologies like Tap Root or TopSet, ensuring effective root cause analysis and closure.
- Prepare executive HSES performance reports for management and stakeholders.
- Partner with global, regional, and site teams to align HSES objectives and share best practices.
- Support budget planning, technology adoption, and resource allocation to enhance HSES performance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Professional certification: NEBOSH International, IOSH, or equivalent national qualification.
- Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
- Minimum 7 to10 years in HSES roles, with at least 5 years in leadership within oil & gas or inspection services.
- Proven expertise in risk assessment, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, and ESG programs.
- Valid BOSIET certification and offshore medical (OEUK or equivalent).
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively across regional and offshore project sites.