Engineer, HSE

Role Overview

Engineer, HSE at ADNOC. This role is responsible for the comprehensive development, review, and updating of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) manuals, providing professional guidance to field staff on all HSE-related matters.

Role Purpose

The HSE Engineer develops and maintains loss prevention, safety, and environmental protection programs tailored for operations projects. This role orchestrates the preparation and implementation of safety, health, and environmental impact assessments for new projects, ensures all operations adhere to the highest HSE standards and regulations, and fosters a robust culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

Development and Maintenance of HSE Standards

• Develop and update Safety and Environment standards, procedures, and guidelines in conformity with Company policies for use in-house or by Contractors and Consultants on Projects undertaken.
• Plan and prepare safety, health, and environmental impact assessment studies for new projects.
• Ensure all HSE manuals and documentation are current and accessible to field staff.
• Coordinate with project teams to integrate HSE considerations into project planning and execution.
• Implement programs, studies and activities related to Safety, Environment, Occupational Health and Hygiene as per HSE standards and practices.
• Coordinate with HSE team for development and revision of HSE policies, procedures, and method statements as required.

Risk Assessment and Control

• Identify high-risk activities and conduct risk assessments of potentially hazardous operations.
• Recommend appropriate control procedures to mitigate identified risks.
• Engage with operational staff to undertake self-inspection programs and develop improvement checklists.
• Ensure ongoing monitoring and improvement of safety procedures based on operational feedback.

Audit and Compliance

• Conduct audits on contractors working with the company.
• Undertake technical evaluation of equipment to ensure compliance with HSE standards.
• Support in reviewing and revising HSE policies, procedures, and method statements as needed.
• Participate in HSE Management System audits as per the annual audit plans.
• Coordinate with internal and external focal points to perform external audits.

Incident Investigation and Reporting

• Participate actively in incident investigation teams, analyzing incidents and deriving preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed reports on incident findings and recommendations for management review.
• Follow up on the implementation of approved recommendations to prevent recurrence of incidents.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of incidents and corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Submit weekly and monthly HSE reports to HSE Operation Department Manager, reporting on various HSE activities and any HSE issues including all company premises and any new construction and maintenance project sites within the area.

Supervision and Coordination

• Liaise with managers to conduct and coordinate emergency plans, ensuring staff familiarity with procedures.
• Monitor compliance with reporting and investigating procedures across all operations.
• Provide expert advice on safety matters to incident investigation teams.

Training and Development

• Identify staff in need of HSE training through liaison with supervisors.
• Monitor course content by physically attending training sessions and participating in presenting such courses.
• Prepare and deliver HSE-related awareness training and conduct workshops on new HSE procedures and policies.
• Promote HSE matters continuously during training and operational activities.
• Develop Health, Safety, and Environment scope of works for Consultants and Contractors.
• Share and update knowledge and information about HSE updates and procedures for all related personnel to ensure aligned communication.

Communication and Liaison

• Liaise with managers and supervisors to ensure effective communication of HSE policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with external consultants and contractors to align their HSE practices with company standards.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all operations.
• Represent the company in HSE-related meetings and forums, advocating for best practices and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Safety or Engineering discipline.
• 8 years of experience, including at least 4 years in HSE Engineering, Inspection and management.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Writing.
• Occupational health and safety knowledge.
• Hazard identification and effective communication.
• Computer literacy.