Job Title: Head of QHSE - Major EPC Onshore Project
Location: Qatar
Contract Type: Residential, Long-Term Contract
The Opportunity
A global energy operator is seeking an experienced Head of QHSE to lead all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) functions for a major onshore megaproject in Qatar. This is a high-impact leadership role, overseeing project assurance, contractor compliance, and the effective implementation of QHSE management systems across a multi-billion-dollar lump-sum EPIC contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and assurance of QHSE systems for the project.
- Ensure all contractor activities comply with contract and regulatory HSE/Quality requirements.
- Manage project audits, inspections, incident investigations, and risk assessments.
- Champion continuous improvement and lessons learned across all QHSE functions.
- Mentor and manage a multidisciplinary QHSE team (~30 staff).
- Support evaluation and onboarding of contractors and vendors in alignment with QHSE standards.
- Drive emergency preparedness, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
- Interface with senior management and external authorities on all matters of safety and quality.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent Diploma + NEBOSH or equivalent safety certification.
- Membership of a recognized HSE/engineering institution.
- 25+ years' experience in HSE, with at least 10 years in a senior QHSE leadership role on major EPC or oil & gas megaprojects.
- Deep knowledge of COMAH, ISO standards, HAZID/HAZOP, environmental assessments, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven leadership of multicultural, multidisciplinary teams within high-risk environments.
- Strong skills in incident investigation, audit, emergency response, and QHSE planning.
- Fully proficient in English (spoken/written); Arabic/Gulf experience a plus.