HSE Specialist

Role Overview

HSE Specialist at NOV. The role supports the implementation of the company's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs by ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

Role Purpose

The HSE Specialist identifies workplace hazards, conducts inspections, promotes safety awareness, and supports continuous improvement to maintain a safe and healthy work environment across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Program Support

• Ensure full compliance with ARM and/or Client's safety program.
• Assist and support HSE Supervisor in organizing and executing HSE programs and all safety-related assignments.
• Advise Department Line managers and supervisors on corrective and preventive actions necessary for full implementation of the HSE Program.
• Adhere to and follow the implemented Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policy, objectives and procedures.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Management

• Continuously assess and evaluate risks in the workplace.
• Review Job Safety Analysis/Hazard Identification (JSA/HIRA) as part of the risk assessment process.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and ensure that controls are in place.
• Identify near-miss incidents and ensure corrective measures are taken.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate all accidents, injuries, property damage and other safety-related incidents.
• Issue and disseminate required reports and ensure that recommended preventive measures are carried out.
• Retain adequate records of all accidents and incidents.
• Prepare, monitor and update HSE statistics monthly.
• Report habitual violators or safety-complacent site personnel and ensure appropriate action is taken in accordance with existing ARM rules, regulations or client's disciplinary procedure.

Inspections & Equipment Maintenance

• Carry out frequent safety inspections to check conformance with the established safety program.
• Alert HSE Supervisor to defects or deficiencies as a basis for continuous improvement.
• Check proper usage and maintenance of PPE and evaluate its effectiveness.
• Ensure that any equipment on site is suitable and provided with necessary valid certificates.
• Ensure that inspection, servicing and maintenance of fire extinguishers, Oxy-Fuel cylinders and associated equipment and vehicle/plant inspections are conducted monthly and in accordance with relevant manufacturer's recommendations.
• Monitor operational activities including plant and lifting equipment inspection status and update.
• Ensure all Observation cards are properly tracked and complete.

Safety Awareness & Training

• Encourage all trades to be safety conscious through toolbox talks and awareness sessions where required.
• Suggest ways of improving personal safety as well as preventing loss or damage to equipment and materials.
• Arrange delivery of company/HSE Induction for new personnel prior to their commencement of work upon notification from HR Department.

Documentation & Project Support

• Serve as focal point in providing the necessary services and documents with respect to HSE activities for projects.
• Prepare any HSE documents or complete questionnaires as required.

Emergency Response & Premises Management

• Act as a designated Fire Warden and when required Incident Controller for the ARM premises.
• Act as a First Aider where required.
• Maintain a safe working environment within the confines of ARM.
• Take responsibility for own safety and that of others working around you.

Environmental Responsibility

• Exercise reasonable care towards the environment and contribute to energy savings and waste reduction.

General Duties

• Follow any other instructions given by HSE Supervisor.
• Perform any other duties as reasonably requested by Senior HSE Manager/HSE Supervisor.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 to 4 years in HSE field, preferably in Oil and Gas, Manufacturing or similar sectors.
• Experience including investigation, inspection, auditing, training and interpersonal communication.
• Training and presentation skills.
• Bachelor's degree in science or Degree Diploma in safety field or equivalent relevant field.
• Professional certifications related to HSE field.

Skills & Competencies

• HSE program management and compliance.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Incident investigation and reporting.
• Safety inspection and auditing.
• PPE evaluation and management.
• Fire safety and emergency response.
• First aid.
• Toolbox talk facilitation and safety training delivery.
• Documentation and record management.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.