Safety Engineer (HSE Specialist II)

Description

• Visit the project site on a regular basis to ensure interest and awareness of HSE is maintained, conduct regular safety talks and safety training sessions relative to the nature of activities being undertaken.
• Ensure all lines of communication on HSE-matters remain open and effective between all parties particularly KOC, WorleyParsons, EPC contractors and their subcontractors.
• Ensure quality safety observation program is implemented and maintained on each site/project and ensure follow up on findings.
• Monitor the availability and use of safety apparel and equipment.
• Carry out regular inspections of the work areas with the respective EPC contractor line manager and or HSE representative and prepare reports.
• Pro-actively visit site and with the EPC contractor implement safety measures- promote/ensure safe work practices.
• Ensure HSE safety inductions are undertaken in accordance with the EPC contractor SMS requirements for all new employees of the company and its subcontractors
• Assist EPC sub contractor Safety advisors and site management in the development and revision of specific site safety programmes.
• Ensure the EPC contractors develop implement and maintain a specific project Risk Management Plan.
• Advise subcontractor supervisory staff and employees in the implementation of strategies to identify and control potential hazards and in the use of the hierarchy of controls
• Disseminate safety information throughout the workplace via bulletin boards, posters, newsletters etc.
• Maintain a HS&E audit and assessment program for the location.
• Provide advice to the EPC subcontractor supervision on the development of project specific procedures and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) training,
• Assist EPC contractor line management and or construction supervisors in accident investigation process and report accordingly.
• Ensure EPC contractors establish and maintain statistical data concerning all matters of health and safety, training programs with which to provide a basis for development of further health and safety activities, to highlight trends for future action.
• Monitor the EPC contractor HSE Management System and provide advice and assistance to EPC HSE managers so they comply in a consistent way to reduce the risk to the project employees and the environment.
• Assist EPC contractor construction management personnel in identifying hazards and in planning and organising the work such that a safe working environment is maintained.
• Develop and implement safety initiatives to continually improve, achieve and maintain stated safety performance and objectives.
• Ensure EPC contractor subcontractor selection (ITB) processes are developed and implemented on a timely basis in accordance with KOC expectations.
• Monitor compliance with all Kuwait legislative requirements including the dissemination of information to PMC and EPC managers and employees regarding amendments/ additions to requirements as they come into effect.
• Provide advice and guidance to the EPC contractor management team on HSE issues through the interpretation of KOC policies and statutory requirements.
• Review EPC contractor Safety Management System and advise of required changes. Develop and maintain professional relationships with KOC, regulatory bodies and EPC contractor to foster the professional image of WorleyParsons.

Requirements

• Practical experience of design, construction, commissioning and maintenance aspects of oil & gas installations.
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Fire & Safety, Environment, Production, Industrial, Electrical, Instrumentation or Civil.)
• Ability to develop, update and maintain in – house procedures.
• Must be conversant with local & international safety standards and norms.
• Minimum years Oil & Gas post graduation experience.
• Minimum years total post graduation experience.
• Minimum years experience in a Safety /HSE Engineer.
• Practical experience with HSE management systems, reporting and audit procedures.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance