Lead HSE Engineer

About the role

KBR's Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) group is looking for a Lead HSE Engineer to support the HSE function on the PMC project with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) in Kuwait. The engineer coordinates the implementation of KOC PMC safety policies, the HSE management system and project-specific HSE plans, ensures site compliance with HSE legislation and KOC requirements, develops and maintains project HSE statistics and prepares reports for the KBR KOC PMC HSEQ Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor the EPC contractor's HSE management system and advise EPC HSE managers so they comply consistently, reducing risk to employees and the environment.
• Ensure EPC contractors develop, implement and maintain a project Risk Management Plan.
• Ensure EPC contractor subcontractor selection (ITB) processes are developed and implemented on time according to KOC expectations.
• Advise the EPC contractor management team on HSE issues by interpreting KOC policies and statutory requirements.
• Ensure statistical data on health and safety and training programmes are established and maintained, highlighting trends for future action.
• Monitor compliance with Kuwait legislative requirements and share updates with PMC, EPC managers and employees.
• Review the EPC contractor Safety Management System and advise on required changes.
• Build professional relationships with KOC, regulatory bodies and EPC contractors; visit the site regularly, hold safety talks and training sessions, and promote safe work practices.
• Maintain a HS&E audit and assessment programme, carry out regular inspections with the EPC contractor line manager or HSE representative and prepare reports.
• Disseminate safety information through bulletin boards, posters and newsletters, and assist in accident investigations.
• Develop safety initiatives, ensure safety inductions and safety inductions for new employees and subcontractors, and monitor the availability and use of safety apparel and equipment.
• Advise on project-specific procedures, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) training and the use of the hierarchy of controls.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of post-graduation experience, including minimum 8 years in oil and gas and 5 years as a Lead HSE Engineer.
• Practical experience of design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of oil and gas installations, and of HSE management systems, reporting and audit procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to develop and maintain in-house procedures.
• Conversant with local and international safety standards and norms.
• At least two HSE certifications, such as NEBOSH, ICertOSH, ASSE Global Safety Management, ISO 14001/OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor or equivalent.