HSSE Specialist

About Us:

NesmaKent is an International Joint Venture (IJV) created between Saudi leading contractor, Nesma & Partners and global engineering company, Kent.

NesmaKent will be supporting the execution of Saudi Aramco’s EPC projects within the industrial sector as part of the new National EPC Champion program announced by Aramco on 5th July 2022.

Kent will bring their international EPCM expertise and knowledge of the local market to the Engineering portion of the EPC, while Nesma & Partners’ leading local contracting expertise will lead the Procurement and Construction phases.

NesmaKent expect all employees to familiarize themselves with the management system in place covering all aspects related to our Environment, Quality, Health & Safety. The related policy in this regard needs to be considered as an integral part of executing work and management practices. NesmaKent will provide the appropriate resources, training, and competence assessment necessary for effective delivery of these policies.

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognize that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

About the job:

NesmaKent is recruiting an HSSE officer who will have a proactive, collaborative and partnering approach to embedding the organization’s HSSE culture within all the business operations within the joint venture.

Your responsibilities:

• Coordination and implementation of the Project HSSE Management program.
• Provide support in the field to Project and Operation teams in all aspects of safety, occupational health, and environmental issues.
• Monitor the Project objectives and targets to ensure the objectives are fully implemented and met on site.
• Provide hands-on support to resolve any HSSE matters on site.
• To identify opportunities for HSSE improvement, and monitor the status of HSSE program implementation on site.
• Have comprehensive knowledge of the project HSSE requirements, specifically the HSSE plan and ensure full implementation and compliance on site. Ensure the Project HSSE plan is fully communicated and a copy available on site for use by project staff
• Communication of HSSE Policy, applicable legal requirements, HSSE information and lessons learned to all project personnel / in the area of responsibility. Ensure employees are aware of the HSSE Bulletins and the notice boards are constantly updated with the relevant HSSE information
• Attend HSSE meetings as per the requirement of the Project HSSE plan
• Facilitate and provide support and guidance on effective HSSE risk management in your area of responsibility by performing daily reviews on StepBack, and Job Hazard Assessments (JHA)
• Promote Hazard identification and reporting on site and identity unsafe working conditions and behaviours
• Closely monitor the compliance with permit to work system as applicable on work sites
• Ensure the full implementation of the waste management plan and ensure waste is discarded correctly
• Ensure the emergency response preparedness plan is fully implemented and employees are aware of the emergency protocols. Be part of the ERP and support drills as per the agreed the agreed scenarios and schedules
• Perform Level 1 HSSE inspections as stated in project HSSE Plan and report back to the HSSE supervisor
• Ensure all HSSE inspections, testing and color-coding is performed in accordance with the project inspection matrix. Ensure all defects are identified and reported to the respective supervisor
• Ensure all employees have the relevant competencies and certification to perform their work i.e., crane drivers, equipment operators, etc.
• When an incident occurs, report it promptly, preserve the incident area and support the investigation in gathering the required data
• Ensure all corrective actions from incident investigations are effectively implemented on time
• Ensure employees have the relevant HSSE training for the work at hand in accordance with the Project HSSE Training matrix
• Ensure constant communication is maintained with the construction team and advice is given on HSSE best practice
• Advice / guide site employees on selection, use, limitations, maintenance, and storage of personal protective equipment and monitor the performance
• Monitor safe transportation, storage, handling and disposal of chemicals on site as applicable
• Ensure Toolbox talks are effectively performed as per the project requirements in the applicable languages and report back to HSSE Supervisor on any shortfalls
• Constantly hunting for hazards and risk on site and searching for opportunity to improve HSSE on site
• Monitor subcontractors HSSE compliance with Kent PLC HSSE rules and regulations on site and provide feedback to project management
• Ensure unsafe work is stopped in line with the company requirements, and such unsafe work is recorded, and reported to the construction team and the HSSE Supervisor
• Ensure you strive for continual improvement in your career by constantly reviewing your professional development with your supervisor

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

Qualification/ Certification:

• a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deliver safety moments to the team.
• Ability to build positive and productive relationships with diverse groups of people; thrives in a collaborative and challenging team environment.
• Must be able to comfortably address HSSE matters with the required project management.
• Must understand the basic requirements of RCA and have good Investigation skills.
• Be able to spot unsafe work conditions or behavior and act on it accordingly.
• External - Client Representatives, Sub-contractor’s Representatives.
• Internal - Project HSSE Supervisor/Superintendent/Manager Sub-ordinates, and other department managers / heads.
• Directly report to the project HSSE Supervisor/Superintendent/Manager.
• Have knowledge of Construction field implementation of HSSE requirements.
• Knowledge and a good understanding of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
• Must have good experience and understanding of how to implement HSSE requirements in the field.
• Must be able to perform thorough site inspections and have the ability to close them out in a timely fashion.