HSE Engineer (Oil & Gas and Power Stations)

About the role

KBR's Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) group is recruiting an HSE Engineer for a 5-year PMC contract supplying programme management services to Kuwait Oil Company (KOC). The contract supports KOC in reaching optimum capacity in its oilfields and upgrading its facilities, covering project management, coordination, planning, design, engineering, construction management, contracting, procurement, project controls and more for new oilfield facilities, upgrades and technology transfer. The engineer coordinates the implementation of KOC's PMC safety policies, HSE management system and project-specific HSE plans, ensures site compliance with legislation and KOC requirements, develops the project HSE management system and prepares reports for the HSEQ Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor the EPC contractor's HSE management system and advise EPC HSE managers to reduce risk to employees and the environment
• Ensure EPC contractors develop, implement and maintain a project Risk Management Plan
• Support timely EPC subcontractor selection (ITB) processes and advise on HSE issues through KOC policies and statutory requirements
• Maintain statistical data on health and safety and training, and review the EPC Safety Management System for required changes
• Visit the site regularly, hold safety talks and training sessions, and promote safe work practices
• Run a HS&E audit and assessment program, carry out regular inspections with the EPC line manager and prepare reports
• Disseminate safety information through bulletin boards, posters and newsletters, and assist in accident investigations
• Develop safety initiatives, ensure safety inductions and monitor the availability of safety apparel and equipment
• Advise on project-specific procedures, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) training and hazard control using the hierarchy of controls
• Maintain open communication channels between KOC, KBR, EPC contractors and their subcontractors

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Minimum 8 years of post-graduation experience
• Minimum 5 years in oil & gas or power stations
• Minimum 5 years as an HSE Engineer
• Practical experience of design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of oil & gas installations

Required skills

• Experience with HSE management systems, reporting and audit procedures
• Ability to develop, update and maintain in-house procedures
• Familiarity with local and international safety standards and norms