LUT-Principal HSES Specialist

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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly preferred.

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