Lead HSSE Compliance Engineer

Location Muscat
Discipline: Oil & Gas
Job type: Permanent
Published: 7 days ago

Job Title: Lead HSSE Compliance Engineer – Oil & Gas Projects

Position Overview:
We are recruiting a Lead HSSE Compliance Engineerfor a long-term assignment in Oman, supporting high-stakes FEED and Detailed Design projects in onshore oil, gas, and emerging energy sectors. This client-facing role demands a strategic safety leader to enforce HSSE excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate risks across brownfield and greenfield operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • HSSE Governance: Act as the client’s primary HSSE representative, enforcing compliance with OQ HSSE management systems, international standards (ISO 45001/14001), and local regulations.

  • Risk Mitigation: Lead Hazard & Effect Management Process (HEMP) workshops, risk assessments, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) audits to proactively identify and resolve safety gaps.

  • Contractor Oversight: Inspect and approve contractor equipment, facilities, and personnel (HSE Advisors) pre-mobilization. Monitor adherence to method statements, lifting plans, and waste management protocols.

  • Incident Management: Coordinate incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action closeouts. Deliver safety briefings (TBTs, gate meetings) to uphold a zero-incident culture.

  • Compliance Assurance: Review and approve contractor documentation (risk assessments, emergency plans), conduct site inspections, and track audit NCRs to ensure alignment with project HSSE plans.

  • Continuous Improvement: Advise project teams on best practices, emerging regulations, and innovative safety technologies to elevate HSSE performance.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field.

  • Experience:

    • 15+ years in oil & gas HSSE roles, including 6+ years in FEED/Detailed Engineering environments.

    • Proven track record in onshore brownfield/greenfield projects with contractors and multi-disciplinary teams.

    • Expertise in HEMP, PTW systems, and incident investigation methodologies (e.g., TapRooT).

    • Familiarity with waste management, SIMOPS, and international HSSE standards (OSHA, NFPA).