HSE / Safety Engineer - Piping & Pipeline Construction

About the role

Combined Group Contracting Company (K.S.C.C) is looking for an HSE / Safety Engineer based in Kuwait to implement and monitor the HSE management system on construction sites. The role covers daily safety checks, permits, incident investigation and HSE training for site personnel and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the HSE management system at construction sites.
• Conduct daily safety inspections, toolbox talks, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and safety audits for piping and pipeline works.
• Ensure safe execution of excavation, lifting, welding, hydro-testing and heavy equipment operations.
• Monitor the Permit to Work (PTW) system and SIMOPS activities.
• Investigate incidents and near misses and prepare corrective action reports.
• Provide HSE training and induction to site personnel and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with KOC HSE procedures, ISO 45001 and local regulations, and promote a zero-incident culture and emergency response readiness.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Safety preferred).
• Minimum 8 years of HSE experience in oil and gas site construction.
• Previous experience with KOC, KNPC, KIPIC or JO on piping or pipeline construction projects.
• KSE membership is mandatory; NEBOSH IGC or equivalent is highly preferred.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of construction safety, pipeline safety and hazardous operations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for site teams.