HSE Systems Governance & Assurance Lead

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Establish and maintain the global governance framework for HSE systems, data, reporting and assurance. Ensure HSE data is accurate, complete, timely, secure and auditable. Maintain effective digital systems supporting incident management, investigations, audits, risk registers, training, compliance and ESG reporting. Establish and deliver the global HSE assurance program and monitor the timely closure of findings and corrective actions. Provide meaningful performance analysis, leading indicators and emerging‑risk insights to senior leadership.

Drive consistent adoption of HSE standards, systems and reporting practices across all regions. Identify and deliver improvements that reduce manual effort, strengthen controls and improve decision‑making. Ensure HSE systems and data practices comply with applicable regulatory, privacy, cybersecurity and records‑management requirements. Drive analytics and dashboards that support hazard identification and predictive insights Support development and implementation of global HSE campaigns HSE Digital Systems Manage and continuously improve the global HSE digital ecosystem, including systems supporting incident management, audits, training, ESG reporting and risk registers.

Lead system implementations, upgrades and integrations, working with IT, business functions and external vendors. Ensure effective system access, security, change control and user adoption.

Experience:

Relevant tertiary qualification in occupational health and safety, environmental management, engineering, information systems, data management or a related discipline. At least 5
-10 years’ relevant experience in HSE systems, governance, assurance or performance reporting. Experience in a high‑risk industry such as terminals, logistics, oil and gas, construction, mining, aviation or heavy industry. Demonstrated experience developing or improving HSE management systems and digital platforms. Experience planning and delivering HSE assurance programs across multiple sites, business units or countries. Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 and their application within an operational management system.

Demonstrated capability in data governance, analytics, system configuration and management reporting. Experience managing system implementations, upgrades, integrations or technology vendors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI or comparable reporting and visualization tools. Fluency in English and Spanish, with strong written, verbal, presentation and stakeholder‑communication skills.

HSE Lead Auditor qualification recognised by CQI and IRCA, Exemplar Global or an equivalent body. Experience with workflow automation and appropriately governed AI‑enabled tools. Experience working in a global, multilingual or matrix organisation.

HSE management systems and assurance Systems administration and integration Data governance and quality management Data analysis, dashboard development and reporting automation Audit planning, delivery and corrective‑action management Risk evaluation and control assurance Workflow design and process improvement Vendor and contract management Document and records control Project and change management Training, coaching and user support Senior stakeholder engagement.

Strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative style which can manage and influence a variety of global stakeholders, including senior management. Strategic thinking & vision Analytical and data‑driven mindset Cross‑functional stakeholder management Problem‑solving Continuous improvement mindset Change management Ability to influence without direct authority Ability to work across multiple regions, cultures and functions Ability to evaluate options and make recommendations aligned with business strategy, operational risk and global compliance obligations.

• Internal – General Managers, Operations Managers, Terminal Managers, Facility staff, Regional security & HSE Managers, Insurance, IT/OT functions
• External…