Sr HSES Advisor
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About the Role
CB&I is seeking a Senior HSES Advisor to provide strategic and operational health, safety, environmental, and security leadership across construction projects. The role requires driving HSES management systems, conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and fostering a proactive safety culture.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and management systems
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international HSE regulations and standards
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and implement control measures
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
- Provide expert HSE advice to management, supervisors, and project teams
- Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to safety procedures and safe work practices
- Deliver HSE training, inductions, and awareness programs
- Conduct regular audits, inspections, and performance evaluations
- Prepare and present HSE reports, statistics, and KPIs to senior management
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders
- Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
- Implement and maintain HSE management systems in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field
- NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) required; NEBOSH Diploma preferred
- Minimum 10+ years of HSE experience in construction, with at least 4 5 years in a senior role within the GCC
- ISO 45001 2018, ISO 14001 auditor certification
- Strong knowledge of OSHA guidelines, ANSI requirements
- Knowledge of GCC HSE regulations, labor laws, and construction safety standards
- Experience working on large projects with multicultural workforce and international EPCI contractors
- Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage)
- Experience conducting incident investigations using recognized root cause analysis methodologies
- Demonstrated experience leading HSES audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
- Experience managing subcontractor HSES performance and compliance
- Knowledge of lifting and rigging requirements, crane operations, and heavy construction activities
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Overview
- The Senior HSES Advisor provides strategic and operational HSES leadership across CB&I construction projects and facilities. The role is responsible for driving the implementation, continuous improvement, and assurance of Health, Safety, Environmental and Security management systems while fostering
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and international HSE regulations and standards.
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and implement control measures.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
- Provide expert HSE advice to management, supervisors, and project teams.
- Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to safety procedures and safe work practices.
- Deliver HSE training, inductions, and awareness programs.
- Conduct regular audits, inspections, and performance evaluations.
- Prepare and present HSE reports, statistics, and KPIs to senior management.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders as required.
- Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implement and maintain HSE management systems in line with Company ISO 45001 2018 and ISO 14001 2015 certification.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
- NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) required; NEBOSH Diploma preferred.
- Membership with Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (TechIOSH/GradIOSH) is an advantage.
- Minimum 10+ years of HSE experience in construction, with at least 4 5 years in a senior role within the GCC.
- ISO 45001 2018, ISO 14001 auditor certification.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA guidelines, ANSI requirements.
- Knowledge of GCC HSE regulations, labor laws, and construction safety standards.
- Experience working on large projects (large multicultural workforce, international EPCI contractors, large national energy organizations).
- Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
- Experience conducting incident investigations using recognized root cause analysis methodologies.
- Demonstrated experience leading HSES audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
- Experience managing subcontractor HSES performance and compliance.
Local Requirements
- Valid local driving license preferred.
- Strong knowledge of permit to work systems.
- Experience with HSE software/reporting systems is a plus.
Skills and Behaviors
- Strong leadership and team management.
- Advanced risk assessment and hazard identification skills.
- Incident investigation expertise.
- Regulatory compliance knowledge (GCC specific).
- Stakeholder management and communication.
- Problem solving and decision making.
- High attention to detail and reporting accuracy.
Working Conditions
- Primarily site based role across construction projects.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions typical of the UAE.
- May require extended working hours depending on project deadlines.
- Frequent interaction with multicultural workforce.
- Primarily site based role supporting construction projects, fabrication facilities, and operational locations across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.
- Regular exposure to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat, humidity, dust, rainfall, and other challenging weather conditions depending on project location.
- Frequent travel, including international travel, may be required to support project activities, audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
- May require rotational assignments, temporary project deployments, or extended periods at remote project sites.
- May require extended working hours, weekend work, or participation in emergency response activities to meet project and operational requirements.
- Frequent interaction with multicultural and multilingual workforces, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities.
- Exposure to active construction, fabrication and operational environments involving high risk activities.
- Required to conduct regular field inspections involving walking, climbing ladders, accessing elevated work areas.
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