Senior SHES Officer

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior SHES Officer for a long-term Onshore project to ensure Health, Safety, Environment, and Security (HSES) standards are maintained across all project phases. The role will involve hands-on HSE supervision, training, monitoring, and reporting while fostering a proactive safety culture among contractors and project teams.

Requirements:

• Must have minimum 7 years of experience in Oil & Gas projects or operating companies in a supervisory or leadership role.
• ISO 14001 & OHSAS 45001 knowledge.
• NEBOSH Oil & Gas General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Advantageous: IOSH Technical Level 3, Internal Auditor for QEHS Integrated Management System.

HSES Inspections:

• Provide oversight and guidance for HSE regulatory compliance during construction and installation phases.
• Conduct site safety awareness campaigns and daily site walkabouts.
• Facilitate safety observations, incident reporting, and cascading of safety campaigns across projects.
• Perform management site inspections to ensure visible leadership support for HSE culture.

HSE Training:

• Conduct HSE Toolbox meetings and orientations for contractors and project teams.
• Develop and implement safety campaigns; coordinate HSE training per competency matrix.
• Maintain accurate records of training and HSE compliance activities.
• Support and guide contractors to establish and maintain a strong safety culture.

HSE Monitoring:

• Ensure minimum 90% site presence to identify unsafe acts/conditions.
• Audit and monitor construction activities to enforce safe work practices and project safety procedures.
• Review contractor HSE staffing and experience; report deficiencies to HSE Lead.
• Analyze safety trends, behavioral observations, and incident data to propose improvements.
• Assist in formal investigations, documenting root causes and preventive measures.

HSE Reporting:

• Track and report HSE performance metrics (leading and lagging).
• Review PTW (Permit to Work) and supporting documentation.
• Communicate any non-compliance with project procedures or international standards to HSE Lead or concerned manager.

• ISO 14001 & OHSAS 45001 knowledge.
• NEBOSH Oil & Gas General Certificate (or equivalent).
• Advantageous: IOSH Technical Level 3, Internal Auditor for QEHS Integrated Management System.

• Strong leadership and supervision skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and visible safety leadership presence on site.
• Ability to conduct training and audits effectively.