Senior Safety Officer

Job description / Role

Job scope:

Act as the clientu2019s vessel/site-based HSE representative.
Ensure the contractor implements and maintains effective HSE systems.
Ensure full compliance with local and international HSE legislation.
Align HSE practices with project requirements and global standards such as IOGP and IMCA.
Provide oversight, monitoring, and coordination of contractor HSE activities.
Offer expert advice, guidance, and support to minimize HSE risks.
Promote safe working practices and ensure personnel safety.
Support the successful and safe delivery of the project scope.

Qualifications:

Bacheloru2019s degree in Health & Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, or NVQ Level 5/6 in HSE.
NEBOSH General Certificate or Level 3 (mandatory).
ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 Auditor (Lead or Internal) u2013 mandatory.
OPITO BOSIET / FOET / T-BOSIET (with HUET).
H2S training.
Medically fit for offshore travel and work.

Experience:

10+ years in HSE roles within offshore oil & gas, including dive support and marine/subsea installation vessels.
Experience with client/developer or EPCI contractor on brownfield projects/shutdowns.
Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and standards (OSHA, ISO, IOGP, IMCA, SOLAS).
Familiar with high-risk offshore activities: diving, rigging/lifting, confined space, hot works, electrical safety, isolations, pressure testing, marine operations, emergency management.
Root cause analysis (Taprootu00ae, Kelvin Topset, or equivalent).
Familiarity with IOGP reports (e.g., 411, 423).
Good understanding of IMCA standards for diving/marine/ROV.
Experience implementing behavioral-based safety (BBS) programs.