HSE Project Specialist

About the role:

Join NOV’s Subsea Production Systems business as an HSE Project Specialist dedicated to the TotalEnergies Absheron project. As an integrated member of the project management team, you will act as the project’s main HSE focal point, providing hands-on support across the project lifecycle, including HSE planning, risk management, reporting and follow-up.

We are looking for an experienced HSE professional with strong project/EPC HSE experience who can provide practical HSE support and work effectively across project teams and customer interfaces.

The role can be based in Fornebu/Oslo, Norway, or Glenrothes, UK and requires regular international travel, including Azerbaijan and Spain.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on a major international project as an integrated member of the project management team.
• A hands-on HSE role with exposure to customers, suppliers, subcontractors and international project sites.
• A structured onboarding plan and support from an experienced HSE team.
• Exposure to different stages of the project lifecycle, from engineering and procurement through manufacturing and site activities.
• An international working environment with regular project travel.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply – regardless of gender, age, cultural background, disability, or belief.

About NOV

NOV is a global provider of technology, equipment and services to the energy industry. With expertise spanning offshore, onshore and renewable energy applications, we develop solutions that support our customers in producing energy safely and efficiently.

Our global teams combine engineering expertise, technology and operational experience to solve complex challenges and support energy projects around the world

• Act as the project HSE focal point, supporting the Project Manager and project team with HSE planning, coordination, contractual HSE compliance and follow-up throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop, maintain and follow up the Project HSE Plan, HSE objectives, KPIs, actions and reporting.
• Coordinate HSE requirements with customers, suppliers and subcontractors, including relevant HSE Bridging Documents.
• Facilitate risk assessments and risk-management activities, proactively identifying hazards and supporting the resolution of HSE issues.
• Monitor HSE performance and support audits, inspections, incident investigations, non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Work closely with project stakeholders to promote HSE awareness, provide practical guidance and support relevant HSE training.
• Travel to project sites and international locations as required, providing hands-on HSE support during project execution.

Must-Have

• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience within an EPC or complex project environment
• Bachelor’s degree in HSE, Engineering, Science, a technical discipline or a related field. Substantial relevant experience may compensate for formal education requirements.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook), with familiarity with HSE management systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently in an HSE role while effectively supporting project teams, customers and other stakeholders.
• Strong English communication skills for working in an international project environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.

Preferred

• Relevant HSE certification or professional qualification.
• HSE experience within industrial or project environments such as oil & gas, offshore, energy, engineering, manufacturing or construction.
• Experience working with customer or contractor HSE requirements, including Project HSE Plans and/or HSE Bridging Documents.
• Experience with risk assessments, incident investigations, audits and related HSE activities.
• Experience delivering HSE training or facilitating HSE activities, with the ability to build effective working relationships across project teams and customer interfaces.