Health, Safety and Environment; HSE Leader - North Gulf

Position: Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Leader - North Gulf

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Leader – North Gulf

Would you like to implement strategies to improve the safety of our workforce? Are you excited by the prospect of working for an industry leader in Health and Safety?

Overview

We create ways to collaborate with colleagues, customers and communities. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) are built into everything we do—product designing, planning and executing for our customers. Our expectation is to make everyday a Perfect HSE Day with no injuries, accidents or harm to the environment.

Partner with the Best

As HSE Leader you will lead HSE strategy and execution across the North Gulf Geo Zone, ensuring compliance with Baker Hughes standards, local regulations, and customer requirements. You will drive a proactive safety culture, operational risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives to support business growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement Geo Zone HSE strategy aligned with Baker Hughes OFSE standards and regional business objectives. Ensure compliance with customer standards and other regulatory frameworks within North Gulf Countries (Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Turkey).
• Operational Excellence: Lead HSE audits, self‑assessments, and close‑out of corrective actions. Oversee incident investigation, root‑cause analysis, and preventive measures. Drive facility safety optimization projects and ensure readiness for critical operations.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with Geo Zone leadership, segment directors, and cross‑functional teams to embed HSE in all operations. Maintain strong relationships with customers and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment and trust.
• People & Culture: Champion a safety‑first culture through leadership engagements, town halls, and site visits. Lead a team of HSE professionals and provide coaching and development across the Geo Zone.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement best practices to reduce risk and improve HSE performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, occupational health & safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in HSE.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of international HSE standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and local regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in risk assessment, incident investigation, and root‑cause analysis.
• Strong understanding of Baker Hughes HSE Management System and OFSE operational processes.
• Proficiency in data analytics and reporting tools for HSE performance metrics.

Key Performance Metrics & Success Measures

• Zero Harm Performance:
  Reduction in Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and Lost Time Incidents (LTI).
• Audit Compliance: 100 % closure of regulatory and internal audit findings within agreed timelines.
• Training Completion: 100 % compliance with mandatory HSE training for all personnel.
• Customer Satisfaction:
  Positive feedback on HSE performance during audits and engagements.
• Leadership Engagement:
  Regular HSE site visits and documented leadership interactions.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone. Talk to us about your desired flexible working options when you apply.

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Benefits

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies and well‑being activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward—making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Reference

R158606

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

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