Summary
McDermott is seeking a Principal HSES Specialist based in Doha, Qatar. The role leads HSES management systems, risk management, audits, compliance programs, incident investigations, and emergency procedures, while coordinating project HSES activities and advising management and clients. The specialist will also support tendering, supervise HSES personnel, and develop training and awareness materials. Applicants need a degree or equivalent experience in an HSES-related field, 7–8 years of HSE experience in the energy industry, a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, and lead auditor training and experience with ISO standards.
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Job Overview:
The Principal HSES Specialist is tasked with solving complex HSES-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. They may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and are regarded as a specialist in the field of HSES. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in HSES and broad knowledge of the HSES discipline within the Health Safety Environment Security function.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Develop, lead implementation, and ensure HSE Management System (HSE-MS) is in line with corporate, legislative, and client requirements
- Develop an integrated approach to HSES Risk Management process
- Participate and provide inputs as required and ensure mitigating controls remain suitable and sufficient
- Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements
- Manage, monitor, and advise on all matters related to HSES
- Provide technical and commercial support during tendering stage
- Establish tangible and relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to the area of responsibility, monitor compliance, and identify trends
- Planning and execution of the internal and external HSES Audits and compliance assurance programs
- Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process
- Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions
- Prepare HSES budget and ensure compliance
- Engage in professional development to lead HSES changes in technology and systems
- Supervise HSES personnel to support their professional development through competency assurance programs
- Lead Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis
- Proactive client interface
- Guide the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line
- Develop and maintain Emergency Procedures
- Maintain a high standard of safe working practice, quality, and productivity, and ensure compliance with the code of business conduct
- Coordinate Project HSES activities
- Conduct business travel as necessary to support project/operations requirements
- Communicate with and advise management on issues and concerns relating to projects and site operations requiring HSE support and guidance
- Communicate, present, or justify overall HSE performance to management as necessary
Qualifications
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
- 7-8 years of HSE Experience within the Energy Industry
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with company, facility, and project-specific HSES terms, requirements, and deliverables
- Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
- Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Sharepoint) and other relevant online applications
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
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