HSE Manager
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1. Standards
- Ensure all work is carried out as per the contract and client specifications.
- Plan, organize, and control the departments to ensure that the company and the client benefit from the best HSE policies in place.
- Conduct daily inspections of all areas to ensure the implementation of QHSE policies and practices.
- Direct the Safety, Security, and Fire Fighting teams to ensure high-quality services are delivered to the client.
- Ensure that all job site and campsite procedures are strictly followed.
- Ensure that all required equipment and supplies are available to perform the job at all times.
- Ensure that all equipment is systematically checked as per client and manufacturer recommendations.
- Perform all reporting and administrative duties accurately and on time.
- Conduct safety audits and inform management of any potential opportunities for activity development and any direct or indirect problems affecting the company.
- Regularly review the performance of every employee reporting to the position and set appropriate targets.
- Control the inventory and usage of equipment and fixed assets allocated to the department.
- Attend safety meetings and present reports to the client and management as per the defined schedules.
- Ensure that every employee under the position's responsibility is fully trained according to the required standards.
- Organize and conduct safety training for all staff and maintain up-to-date records of on-the-job and off-the-job training.
- Perform any other duties outside the normal routine but within the scope of the job, as instructed by the Operations Manager / Project Manager.
2. People
- Ensure all staff assigned to the location receive company and client inductions and that these are properly documented.
- Ensure staff compliance with company personnel and training policies.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships with the client and customers through regular personal contact.
- Maintain professional and pleasant working relationships with all superiors and peers at all times.
3. QHSE
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with the Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Management System.
- Ensure that all accidents, fires, losses, thefts, and damages are reported to superiors immediately and that proper procedures are followed. Where appropriate, take necessary remedial action.
- Prepare investigation reports for incidents and accidents at the location and report developments to the QHSE Manager on a daily basis.
- Adhere to the QHSE rules and regulations of the client.
- Use the correct PPE and ensure it is maintained in good condition.
- Ensure proper usage and maintenance of all equipment under the position's responsibility.
- Conduct regular toolbox meetings and training sessions to enhance QHSE knowledge and awareness among staff members.
- Conduct daily inspections of all areas to ensure excellent hygiene standards are maintained.
- Ensure periodic pest control is carried out in all areas of operation.
- Maintain the highest possible standards of personal hygiene.
4. Management
- Monitor costs and quality of performance to ensure they meet the targets and objectives set by the superior.
- Coordinate with management in the event of an accident, conduct incident investigations, and ensure proper and accurate reporting to superiors.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of QHSE standards, policies, and procedures
- Good understanding of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental requirements
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments
- Good knowledge of incident and accident investigation and reporting
- Ability to organize and deliver QHSE training, toolbox talks, and safety inductions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain effective client and employee relationships
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Strong report writing and documentation skills
- Ability to monitor costs, quality, inventory, and departmental performance
- Good knowledge of PPE requirements and workplace safety practices
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
- Ability to ensure compliance with company and client QHSE requirements
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety
- Ability to coordinate effectively with management, clients, employees, and other departments
- NEBOSH International General Certificate at minimum, preferably Diploma-level or equivalent senior qualification.
- 8–10+ years genuine HSE experience, with several years managing an HSE team.
- GCC experience, ideally Oman and preferably catering/FM, hospitality, industrial camps, oil & gas or remote-site operations.
- Demonstrated ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 implementation and audit capability.
- Incident investigation, RCA, CAPA, risk assessment/JSA, PTW, emergency response and contractor management.
- Evidence of managing multiple geographically dispersed sites, not merely being based at one facility.
- Strong client-facing capability because the person will deal with demanding clients and major accounts.
- Concrete achievements: reduction in incidents/LTIs, audit scores, closure rates, training compliance, inspection frequency, corrective-action performance, etc.
- Driving license and willingness to spend substantial time on sites. Given the exact weakness you're currently experiencing, I'd explicitly test this rather than assume it.