Senior HSES Specialist

Job Overview:

The Senior HSES Specialist uses best practices to solve complex HSES-related problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve HSES Performance. They will act with a considerable degree of autonomy and have the ability to balance a field-based position and business administrative duties. They are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and share their conceptual and practical expertise related to the HSES discipline.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Implement McDermott HSES Management System considering the particularities of the Company, Client and applicable legislative regulatory requirements  
• Drive a common and consistent risk based HSES culture  
• Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements  
• Facilitate and participate in risk assessments and ensure risk registries are maintained up to date
• Develop HSES Activity plan and ensure all HSES requirements, including inspections, audits, and emergency response, are listed and scheduled
• Monitor for effectiveness and assist in the implementation of Project HSES Management Plan  
• Prepare, schedule, and conduct internal and external HSES audits
• Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process
• Manage subcontractor/vendor HSES Performance
• Work closely with the PMT and sub-contractors on the development of suitable hazard control interventions
• Review client HSES documentation as required (Policies, Procedures, etc.) and perform Gap Analysis to Project procedures when required
• Establish and manage tangible KPI’s relevant to the area of responsibility
• Monitor HSES statistics and identify trends
• Report trends promptly and prepare action plans to promote continual improvement
• Actively participate in safety programs and other initiatives
• Plan, lead, and participate in HSES meetings
• Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions
• Ensure HSES resources are adequately assigned
• Complete personal development program and ensure appropriate development program for mentees
• Lead and assist with incident investigations and prepare reports
• Engage and facilitate HSES client interface where necessary
• Report all injuries, near misses, property and environmental  incidents promptly
• Contribute to the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line
• Assist with the development and maintenance of Emergency Procedures  
• Maintain a high standard of safe working practice, quality, and productivity, and ensure compliance with the code of business conduct  
• Coordinate Project HSES activities 

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Degree/Diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
• 6 years of experience in the Energy Industry  
• Advanced understanding of local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations  
• Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
• Ability to work as a team member as well as act as a team leader
• Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function  
• Statistical and data analysis ability
• Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken
• Computer literate in Microsoft programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, Project

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