PMC HSE Officer -Site Based

Job Description

Wood is recruiting an experienced HSE Officer for one of our key clients in Abu Dhabi as part of our ADNOC Gas PMC team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business. The position is full time and site based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Key Objectives

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, company policies, and client requirements on site.
• Develop and implement site specific HSE plans, procedures, and risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor daily site activities to identify hazards, unsafe practices, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and toolbox talks to reinforce HSE standards and awareness among all personnel.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, and prepare detailed reports with recommendations for prevention.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure HSE requirements are integrated into all site operations.
• Promote a strong safety culture by providing training, inductions, and continuous awareness programs for site personnel.
• Ensure proper implementation of emergency response plans and readiness for any potential site emergencies.
• Track and report HSE performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement in safety and environmental practices.
• Support environmental compliance by monitoring waste management, pollution control, and sustainability initiatives on site.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and standards on site in compliance with company and client requirements.
• Conduct daily site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe practices, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
• Monitor and verify that all site activities are carried out in accordance with approved HSE plans and risk assessments.
• Organize and lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and awareness sessions to promote a strong safety culture among site personnel.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, prepare detailed reports, and recommend preventive measures.
• Ensure proper implementation of emergency response plans and readiness for any potential site emergencies.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure HSE requirements are integrated into all site operations.
• Verify that all workers receive appropriate HSE training and site specific inductions before commencing work.
• Monitor compliance with environmental regulations, including waste management, pollution control, and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, and HSE performance metrics for reporting and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor's degree in safety, health, environmental, technical, scientific, or related engineering or an equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of five (5+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, including a minimum of two (2) years (preferred) in the GCC region.
• Experience preparing Health, Safety, Environmental Impact (HSEIA) reports and a solid understanding of QRA development.
• PMC ADNOC experience is mandatory.

Benefits

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the organisation.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure alignment with the market.
• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance providing life assurance cover.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.
• Employee Share Plan offering the opportunity to purchase Wood shares with a company match.
• Long Service Award recognising commitment and loyalty at five year milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans.
• Global connections with experts worldwide shaping industry standards.
• Energy Transition Academy offering community knowledge sharing and exposure to emerging energy systems.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.