Summary
Milaha is seeking a Senior HSE Specialist for its Offshore & Marine operations in Doha, Qatar. The role leads implementation of HSE and Quality systems, supports offshore project teams, and oversees risk assessments, audits, inspections, KPI reporting and improvement initiatives. The specialist will help ensure safe AIR/SAT Diving and ROV operations and maintain compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. Applicants need 8–10 years of relevant experience, offshore and Diving/ROV exposure, relevant HSE qualifications and certifications, and business-fluent English; Arabic is an advantage.
The posting
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This role is responsible for leading and supporting HSE and Quality management across Milaha Offshore & Marine operations, ensuring that business management systems, HSE frameworks and quality standards are effectively implemented and maintained across operational sites. The position provides expert guidance to Project Managers and Business Unit leadership, drives compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, and oversees risk management activities, audits, inspections, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives. It also plays a key role in ensuring the safe execution of AIR/SAT Diving and ROV operations, including the development and review of HIRAs, HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, SWIFT, Bridging Documents, Emergency Response Plans and Safety Cases. The ideal candidate should have 8–10 years of relevant HSE/Quality experience, preferably in offshore projects, with strong hands-on exposure to Diving and ROV operations. A 3-year degree or Associate Degree, Chartered IOSH membership or NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ Level 6 or higher), technical Diving/ROV qualifications, Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001/14001/45001, advanced Incident Investigation certification, and valid BOSIET/H2S OPITO are required. Strong knowledge of IMCA and IOGP guidelines, offshore risk management, audits, safety culture and regulatory compliance is essential, while GCC and Survey experience would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure the Milaha Offshore & Marine Business Management Systems, including HSE and Quality frameworks, are effectively communicated, implemented, and maintained across all operational sites.
- Uphold and maintain accreditations and compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
- Support the development, review, and implementation of departmental operational procedures, risk assessments, and work instructions in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the planning and facilitation of risk management exercises, including HAZOP, HAZID, SIMOPS, and SWIFT analyses in coordination with clients and stakeholders.
- Develop and manage project-specific HSE documentation such as HIRAs, Bridging Documents, Emergency Response Plans, and Safety Cases, ensuring approval, dissemination, and periodic review for effectiveness.
- Ensure all dive and ROV operations are risk-assessed, documented, and executed by competent personnel using approved equipment and procedures.
- Monitor and report performance against Quality and HSE KPIs; drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet or exceed contractual and business targets.
- Maintain and operate client contractual reporting tools, ensuring timely and accurate sharing of HSE and operational statistics (daily/weekly/monthly) across Milaha Offshore & Marine.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess compliance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support Line Managers in implementing corrective actions.
- Drive safety culture across projects and worksites by promoting awareness, leading behavioural safety initiatives, and reinforcing mental health and well-being practices.
- Provide targeted safety awareness training for site personnel and ensure alignment with best practices and evolving regulatory standards.
- Perform internal audits, inspections, and gap assessments; support external, client, and regulatory audits, ensuring timely closure of non-conformities and action items.
- Maintain a current matrix of permitted operations, ensuring alignment with competency and operational control requirements.
- Collaborate closely with operational teams to ensure that training content is relevant, technically validated, and responsive to field realities.
- Provide expert HSE and operational guidance to Project Managers and Business Unit Leadership to enhance contract delivery and strategic performance.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Skills
Education & Professional Qualification:
• 3-year Full-Time Degree (Associated Degree) and Chartered member of IOSH, or NEBOSH Diploma (NVQ6 or higher) and technical Dive / ROV qualifications
• Lead Auditor (14001 / 9001 / 45001)
• Incident Investigation: Advanced / Team leader (Tap Root / Kelvin TopSet)
• Hold a valid full driving license (Transferable to Qatari license required)
• Valid offshore certification (BOSIET / H2S OPITO)
Professional Experience:
8 to 10 years of industry experience in a similar role (Familiar with Offshore Projects, AIR/SAT Diving & ROV Operations, Survey a plus).
Geographic Experience:
GCC is Preferable but not essential
Computer Skills:
Fully conversant with MS Office and web applications.
Language Skills:
Business Fluent in English – both written and spoken is required
Arabic a plus
Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge:
A high degree of understanding of AIR/SAT Diving and its supporting equipment, and operations.
Understanding of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV)
Understanding of Survey operations a plus
Knowledge of the following standards:
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
ISO 45001
IOGP guidelines
IMCA Guidelines
Others:
Pleasant personality
Good interpersonal and communication skills