Job Title: Safety Officer
Location: Qatar (Site-Based)
Contract Duration: Until February 2027
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Role Overview:
The Safety Officer will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safety of all construction activities on-site. This individual will play a key role in implementing and maintaining safety standards, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies across all stages of the project. The role requires someone with a solid background in operational safety within the Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical industries, particularly in large infrastructure or construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive the implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards on site and ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Conduct daily safety inspections on-site to ensure that work is being carried out according to approved Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and the Permit to Work (PTW) System.
- Identify, implement, and monitor risk reduction measures during all phases of construction to ensure a safe working environment.
- Review and approve method statements, safety certifications, and other safety-related documentation submitted by contractors and project consultants.
- Participate in the development and implementation of Project HSE Performance Monitoring, ensuring that all project activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of the Project HSE Risk Register, ensuring risks are properly identified, recorded, and mitigated throughout the project.
- Monitor the implementation of HSE legal requirements, ensuring compliance with national laws, international conventions, and regulations within the scope of the project.
- Conduct incident investigations, report findings, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented to avoid reoccurrence.
- Facilitate and organize safety meetings, HSE awareness programs, and ensure that safety audits are conducted regularly, providing corrective actions where necessary.
- Review contractors' HSE documentation (plans, procedures, and safety requirements) to ensure that contractors are meeting HSE standards.
- Review contractor competence assessments, ensuring that safety officers on-site meet the required qualifications before mobilization.
- Compile safety reports and provide statistical and trend analysis to evaluate and improve safety performance.
- Assist in the update and enhancement of HSE Codes, Standards, Specifications, and Safety Philosophies for the project.
Required Qualifications & Certifications:
- Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
- Associate member of a recognized safety institution (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent).
- Certification in relevant safety, construction, and HSE courses.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum 12 years of experience in operational safety, preferably within the Oil, Gas & Petrochemical industries, with a focus on construction projects.
- Experience with HSE regulations, standards, and procedures related to major construction and infrastructure projects.
- Proficient in PC applications (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.) and relevant safety software.
- Previous experience working in the Arabian Gulf region is desirable.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to conduct safety meetings and raise awareness among teams.
- In-depth knowledge of HSE management systems, safety audits, and risk management procedures.
- Ability to carry out incident investigations and effectively manage safety risks and hazards.
- Proactive and able to implement safety protocols while maintaining compliance with all safety regulations.
- Competent in preparing safety reports and analyzing safety performance trends.