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Sr. Engineer - HSE (Project)

Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 1 months ago

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Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Contract
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

Sr. Engineer - HSE (Project) Job Summary The Sr. Engineer - HSE (Project) is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards at project sites. The role ensures full compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements, with strong focus on offshore oil & gas project execution. Key Responsibilities - Implement and monitor project HSE plans, procedures, and policies - Ensure compliance with local and international HSE regulations - Lead HSE activities for offshore and onshore project sites - Conduct risk assessments, HAZID/HAZOP, JSA, and toolbox talks - Monitor safe work practices and permit-to-work systems - Carry out site inspections, audits, and safety observations - Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare reports - Coordinate emergency response drills and safety training - Liaise with project management, contractors, and clients on HSE matters - Promote safety culture and continuous improvement on site Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline - 15+ years of HSE experience in oil & gas projects - Proven experience in offshore projects (platforms, FPSO, offshore construction, or drilling support) - Strong knowledge of international HSE standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001) - Familiar with offshore safety regulations and permit systems - Excellent communication and leadership skills - Relevant HSE certifications preferred (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent) #LI-SK1 Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family Project Management Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full/Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Closing Date 30/11/2026 Ref No 16400

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline
  • 15+ years of HSE experience in oil & gas projects
  • Proven experience in offshore projects (platforms, FPSO, offshore construction, or drilling support)
  • Strong knowledge of international HSE standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
  • Familiar with offshore safety regulations and permit systems
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Relevant HSE certifications preferred (NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent)

Responsibilities

  • Implement and monitor project HSE plans, procedures, and policies
  • Ensure compliance with local and international HSE regulations
  • Lead HSE activities for offshore and onshore project sites
  • Conduct risk assessments, HAZID/HAZOP, JSA, and toolbox talks
  • Monitor safe work practices and permit-to-work systems
  • Carry out site inspections, audits, and safety observations
  • Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare reports
  • Coordinate emergency response drills and safety training
  • Liaise with project management, contractors, and clients on HSE matters
  • Promote safety culture and continuous improvement on site

Skills

  • HSE management
  • risk assessments (HAZID/HAZOP)
  • JSA and toolbox talks
  • permit-to-work systems
  • incident investigation
  • safety audits and inspections
  • emergency response planning
  • offshore HSE standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
  • offshore project safety (platforms, FPSO, offshore construction, drilling support)
  • HSE training and leadership
  • regulatory compliance
  • communication with stakeholders
  • Safety culture promotion

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