Principal HSES Specialist

Company: McDermott International Sector: HSE
  • Date Posted : May 8, 2025

About the job

Job Overview:

The Principal HSES Specialist is tasked with solving complex HSES-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. They may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and are regarded as a specialist in the field of HSES. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in HSES and broad knowledge of the HSES discipline within the Health Safety Environment Security function.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Develop, lead implementation, and ensure HSE Management System (HSE-MS) is in line with corporate, legislative, and client requirements
  • Develop an integrated approach to HSES Risk Management process
  • Participate and provide inputs as required and ensure mitigating controls remain suitable and sufficient
  • Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements
  • Manage, monitor, and advise on all matters related to HSES
  • Provide technical and commercial support during tendering stage
  • Establish tangible and relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to the area of responsibility, monitor compliance, and identify trends
  • Planning and execution of the internal and external HSES Audits and compliance assurance programs
  • Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process
  • Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions
  • Prepare HSES budget and ensure compliance
  • Engage in professional development to lead HSES changes in technology and systems
  • Supervise HSES personnel to support their professional development through competency assurance programs
  • Lead Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis
  • Proactive client interface
  • Guide the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line
  • Develop and maintain 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
  • Conduct business travel as necessary to support project/operations requirements
  • Communicate with and advise management on issues and concerns relating to projects and site operations requiring HSE support and guidance
  • Communicate, present, or justify overall HSE performance to management as necessary

Essential Qualifications and Education:

  • Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
  • 7-8 years of HSE Experience within the Energy Industry
  • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
  • Familiarity with company, facility, and project-specific HSES terms, requirements, and deliverables
  • Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
  • Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Sharepoint) and other relevant online applications
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

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