Health Safety Environment Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific HSE Plans , Method Statements, and Risk Assessments (HIRA/JSA) aligned with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 (OHSMS) , ISO 14001 (EMS) , and local statutory regulations (e.g., labor, environmental, and civil defense authorities).
• Review contractor/subcontractor HSE documentation and conduct pre-qualification and audits .

Assurance & Monitoring

• Plan and execute HSE inspections and audits (site and office), track findings, and manage corrective/preventive actions ( CAPA ).
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators (Near Misses, TRIR, LTIFR, Observations), and prepare weekly/monthly HSE performance reports and dashboards .
• Oversee Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and verify control of high-risk activities (working at height, lifting ops, confined space, energy isolation/LOTO, hot work).

Risk Management & Design Support

• Collaborate with design teams to integrate Safety in Design principles (e.g., hazard elimination/substitution, accessibility for maintenance, fire & life safety).
• Facilitate HAZOP/HAZID workshops and environmental aspects/impacts assessments.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and Business Continuity considerations.

Training & Culture

• Deliver HSE inductions , toolbox talks, and targeted training (W@H, LOTO, manual handling, chemical safety).
• Lead safety culture initiatives: observation programs, recognition campaigns, and continuous improvement projects.

Incident Management

• Lead or participate in incident/near-miss investigations , perform root cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why , Fishbone , TapRooT® ), and issue comprehensive investigation reports.
• Track implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate HSE matters with clients, contractors, and authorities; represent the consulting firm in HSE meetings.
• Provide proactive technical advice to project managers and discipline leads.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Environmental, or related).
• 3–6+ years HSE experience in consulting, construction, or industrial projects (senior candidates may require 8+).
• Proven application of ISO 45001/14001 , risk assessment, incident investigation, and audit techniques.
• Experience with fire & life safety , PTW , and hazardous work controls .

Certifications (Preferred/Required)

• NEBOSH IGC (or equivalent), IOSH Managing Safely .
• Lead/Internal Auditor for ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 (preferred).
• First Aid/CPR, Fire Warden, or Confined Space certifications (as applicable).
• CSP , GradIOSH/CMIOSH , or local professional registrations (plus).

Technical & Soft Skills

• Strong knowledge of risk management , HIRA/JSA, PTW, LOTO, emergency response, and environmental controls (waste, emissions, spills).
• Familiarity with NFPA , OSHA principles, and regional codes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HSE reporting tools; ability to build clear dashboards.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.
• Strong analytical mindset; able to influence and drive behavioral change.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• HSE Plan implementation and audit closure rate (% actions closed on time).
• Reduction in TRIR/LTIFR and increase in near-miss reporting and safety observations .
• Training coverage and competency verification rates.
• On-time delivery of HSE reports and quality of investigations (root cause depth, CAPA effectiveness).
• Compliance with regulatory and client requirements (zero major nonconformities).