Director - HSWW
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Position Summary The Director HSWW Utility Compounds provides strategic leadership and overall accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental performance across.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the HSWW HSE strategy for utility compounds
- Establish governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for HSE across design, construction, commissioning, and operations
- Define HSWW performance targets, KPIs, and reporting structures
- Own and continuously improve the HSE Management System for HSWW utility compounds
- Lead identification and management of HSE risks across the portfolio
- Oversee major risk assessments, HAZID/HAZOP, process safety reviews, and Management of Change
- Provide leadership for serious incident investigations and root cause analysis
- Direct development and testing of emergency response plans for compounds
- Oversee environmental management across compounds, including effluent quality, emissions, and waste
- Champion a strong safety culture and zero harm mindset
- Define competency requirements for critical HSE roles and oversee training
- Act as senior HSE representative with clients, regulators, and external stakeholders
Requirements
- Extensive experience in HSE leadership for utility or infrastructure projects
- Experience with HSE management systems and standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
- Proven ability to lead and develop HSE teams
- Strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies (HAZID, HAZOP, process safety)
- Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis
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Position Summary
- The Director HSWW Utility Compounds provides strategic leadership and overall accountability for Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental performance across all HSWW utility compounds and associated infrastructure.
- This includes treatment plants, pumping stations, utility hubs, reservoirs, storage facilities, network interface compounds, and related civil/MEP works.
- The role focuses on setting strategy, governance, and standards; overseeing implementation by project and operations teams; and driving a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the HSWW HSE strategy for utility compounds, aligned with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
- Establish governance frameworks, policies, and procedures for HSE across design, construction, commissioning, and operations of utility compounds.
- Define HSWW performance targets, KPIs, and reporting structures; ensure alignment across all projects and operations.
- Provide HSE input into long term planning, investment decisions, and portfolio level risk reviews for utility compounds.
- Own and continuously improve the HSE Management System for HSWW utility compounds, including manuals, procedures, and standards.
- Ensure integration of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and other relevant standards into HSWW operations.
- Define minimum HSE requirements for compounds.
- Oversee development and implementation of HSE design for safety standards for new and upgraded compounds.
- Lead identification and management of HSE risks across the HSWW utility compound portfolio.
- Oversee major risk assessments, HAZID/HAZOP, process safety reviews, and Management of Change for critical assets.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable HSE legislation, permits.
- Develop and oversee HSE audit and inspection programs; verify that corrective and preventive actions are implemented and effective.
Incident Management & Emergency Preparedness
- Provide leadership for serious incident and high potential event investigations related to HSWW utility compounds.
- Oversee root cause analysis, lesson learning processes, and dissemination of learning across all teams and sites.
- Direct development and testing of emergency response plans for compounds.
- Interface with regulators and external agencies during significant incidents and emergency responses.
Environmental & Resource Protection
- Oversee environmental management across compounds, including effluent quality, sludge handling, emissions, odors, chemical storage, noise, and waste.
- Ensure robust spill prevention, containment, and response systems for chemicals, fuels, and process streams.
- Promote water efficiency, energy efficiency, and waste minimization initiatives aligned with sustainability targets.
- Ensure accurate environmental monitoring, reporting, and regulatory submissions.
Culture, Training & Competence
- Champion a strong, visible safety culture and zero harm mindset across HSWW utility compound projects and operations.
- Define competency requirements for critical HSE roles (confined space teams, rescue teams, chemical handlers, permit issuers, process operators, etc.).
- Oversee development and delivery of HSWW specific HSE training.
- Promote behavioral safety programs, leadership safety walks, and safety observation/feedback initiatives.
Stakeholder, Client & Regulatory Engagement
- Act as senior HSE representative for HSWW utility compounds with clients, regulators, and external stakeholders.
- Lead HSE components of client reviews, audits, and progress meetings; provide clear, data driven performance updates.
- Coordinate responses to regulatory inspections, notices, and directives; ensure timely and robust close out.
- Support community and stakeholder engagement on HSE matters related to HSWW compounds (odors, noise, traffic, construction impacts).
Integration with Projects & Operations
- Work closely with project directors, construction managers, and operations leadership to plan and execute HSWW compound projects safely.
- Ensure HSE requirements are fully embedded in project plans, contracts, method statements, and commissioning plans.
- Oversee HSE risk management for contractors and service providers working at compounds; ensure consistent standards and monitoring.
- Support readiness reviews and HSE acceptance for compound handover from construction to operations.
Leadership of HSE Team
- Lead and develop a team of HSE managers, engineers, and specialists assigned to HSWW utility compounds.
- Define structure, roles, and resource plans to provide effective HSE coverage across all sites and project phases.
- Mentor and coach HSE staff; support professional development and succession planning for key roles.
- Promote knowledge sharing, standardization, and continuous improvement within the HSE function.
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