Project Safety Officer
Working Location
Qatar
Contract Type
Contract position
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor activities within project sites (onshore & offshore) and conduct daily/weekly HSE inspections and checks, ensuring work is carried out in line with approved Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessment, Method Statement, and Permit to Work System.
- Identify and implement hazard and risk reduction measures in all areas and phases of contracts.
- Participate in and review method statements, JSA, safety third-party certifications (e.g., lifting equipment, lifting plans, working at height), and other HSE documents submitted by contractors. Report any lapses or deficiencies to the immediate supervisor.
- Provide technical service in Health and Safety during the EPIC stage to ensure contractor compliance with HSE plans, risk registers, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ensure adherence to HSE policies, procedures, and regulations regarding fire safety systems, special protection systems, life safety, fire risk assessment, safety studies/reviews, security systems, emergency response programs, emergency lighting, and communication systems.
- Monitor related activities within project sites and conduct daily inspections to ensure compliance with approved safety documentation and systems.
- Participate and assist in checking and reviewing method statements, JSA, safety certifications, and other related documents submitted by contractors or project consultants. Report any lapses or issues to the supervisor.
- Support the implementation of Project HSE Performance Monitoring, HSE Objectives and Initiatives, and HSE-related procedures, guidelines, standards, and policies.
- Monitor implementation of HSE legal requirements, regulatory bodies, national laws and regulations, and international conventions and protocols within project activities.
- Support the maintenance of Project HSE risk registers to ensure proper recording, monitoring, and close-out of HSE risks throughout the project duration.
- Participate in the review of contractors' HSE documentation to ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
- Participate in the review of contractor Safety Officers' CVs and competence assessments prior to mobilization at project sites.
- Carry out incident investigations and reporting, including implementation and close-out of preventive and corrective actions for incidents and accidents.
- Conduct site safety meetings and HSE awareness sessions for project staff and contractors.
- Conduct safety audits on the project, advise on corrective actions, and follow up to ensure proper implementation.
Requirements
- Higher National Degree (HND), University Degree (preferably in an Engineering discipline), or an accredited HSE Professional Certificate.
- Associate membership of a recognized safety institution is desirable.
- Offshore training (TBOSIET & H2S OPITO approved), PTW, JSA and incident investigation, ISO 45001, and lead auditor training are desirable.
- Minimum 8 years' experience in project or operational safety (onshore/offshore), or at offshore oil & gas, petrochemical projects, with specific experience in offshore/onshore fabrication yards, offshore platforms, barges, and offshore construction and installation projects.
- Thorough knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations, standards, procedures, and environmental compliance during offshore construction/installation.
- In-depth knowledge and experience in HSE management systems for contractors and subcontractors.
- Excellent communication skills and competency in the use of PC, including MS Office and relevant software.
- Experience in the Arabian Gulf is desirable.