Project safety officer

Project Safety Officer – Qatar

Posted today. Permanent. Kin‑Tec Global Recruitment.

An energy infrastructure project is seeking a Project Safety Officer to drive health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance on‑site. The role ensures contractors and project teams adhere to safety policies, procedures, and regulations while supporting risk reduction and project safety performance.

• Lead and implement site HSE activities, ensuring compliance with corporate HSE standards, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor project sites daily, ensuring work aligns with approved Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Permit to Work systems.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation measures across all phases of construction and operations.
• Review contractor method statements, safety certifications, and other HSE documentation, raising concerns as necessary.
• Support senior HSE engineers in monitoring HSE performance, objectives, and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with HSE legal requirements, regulations, and relevant international conventions.
• Maintain and update project HSE risk registers for proper recording, monitoring, and close‑out.
• Review contractor HSE documentation and assess the competence of Safety Officers prior to mobilization.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, implement corrective and preventive actions, and ensure proper reporting and follow‑up.
• Conduct site safety meetings and raise awareness among project staff and contractors.
• Perform safety audits and recommend corrective actions to ensure compliance with corporate safety policies.
• Contribute to the development and update of HSE codes, standards, specifications, and guidelines.
• Prepare HSE reports, including statistical and trend analyses, to support safety performance monitoring.

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline; associate membership of a recognised safety institution is advantageous.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in operational safety, preferably in oil, gas, or petrochemical infrastructure/construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant HSE software.
• Experience working in multicultural environments is preferred.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and risk management skills.

Location:

Qatar. Job type:
Permanent.

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