HSE Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) officer serves as a HSE liaison for all industrial projects across LAHAB, ensuring that project design incorporates and implements HSE guidelines and safety regulations. The job incumbent is responsible for ensuring a hazard free work environment through safety assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, critical facility reviews, process hazard analysis, incident investigations and preventive actions.
• Contribute in the development, implementation, awareness and compliance of standard HSE policies, procedures, programs and guidelines for the organization
• Perform regular HSE audits and inspection to ensure a hazard free environment; develop detailed reports of the audit findings and implement corrective action plans
• Develop, design, and implement emergency response actions plans, guidelines, and operating procedures for emergencies
• Conduct Risk Assessments to evaluate HSE hazards based on Severity, Likelihood, Exposure and Frequency; and develop mitigation plans
• Coordinate with TIP to review and approve the gate pass application for chemicals or any Hazard material
• Manage and follow Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) documentation and import permit
• Co-ordinate with TIP HSE regarding any HSE related issue/incident
• Lead investigations for events and injuries by determining the root cause of the problem; prepare and compile reports and provide accurate action plan to provide solutions
• Review and approve the method statement and HSE deliverables of the projects
• Collaborate with project managers to prepare project’s safety plan; identify and control HSE related hazards and risks in regards to project site, operations, job tasks and equipment
• Monitor the projects Safety/HSE target schedules to ensure that they are being achieved effectively and efficiently in accordance with project requirements
• Develop, deliver or facilitate HSE training programs to new and existing employees ensuring each employee has received the necessary and most appropriate training in their respective areas of work
• Develop and implement a complete Permit-to-work Guidance system covering safe work permitting, confined space entry, Job Safety Analysis (JSA / JHA) and hot work permitting
• Develop waste management programs and good housekeeping practices to determine and minimize waste generated from hazardous materials; compile reports to submit it to the government authorities

Experience and Education:

• Minimum: 10+ years’ of experience in HSE management and technical safety engineering experience
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in an HSE role, preferably in manufacturing, oil & gas and defense industry with regional exposure.
• Professional diploma or Certification in Occupational HSE/Process Safety/ Risk Management from an accredited university/institution
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA certification or equivalent (preferred).
• Knowledge of local HSE laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.