Safety Officer – Oil & Gas EPIC Projects

About the role

The Safety Officer will provide technical HSE services throughout the definition, design and execution phases of large‑scale oil & gas EPIC projects. The role ensures that contractors and subcontractors comply with company HSE policies, international standards and local regulations while fostering a strong safety culture on site.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce HSE standards, guidelines, procedures and permits on‑site.
• Review and approve method statements, JSA’s, safety certifications and related contractor documents.
• Conduct daily inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Collaborate with risk assessment specialists and other disciplines to identify and implement risk reduction measures.
• Provide field oversight for contractors, subcontractors and vendors to verify compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Support the Senior HSE Engineer in performance monitoring, objectives and initiatives.

Required profile

• Higher National Degree or University degree in Engineering or a recognised HSE professional certificate.
• Minimum 10 years of occupational health and safety experience in oil, gas & petrochemical sectors, or at least 2 years on large‑scale EPIC construction projects.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ISO 45001:2018 and EMS standards.
• Experience working in the GCC is desirable.

Required skills

• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 and Environmental Management System standards.
• Proficiency with incident investigation software (TapRoot, SafetyCulture, EasyRCA, Tripod Beta).
• Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.