Safety Officer - Oil and Gas

We are seeking an experienced Safety Officer / HSE professional to ensure the highest safety standards across fabrication, erection, piping, and structural activities on-site. The candidate will implement and enforce company and client HSE policies, conduct inspections and audits, and promote a culture of safety among all workforce levels.

Position: Safety Officer / HSE
Location: Qatar
Qualification: Diploma / Degree in Engineering or Science
Experience: 5–10 years
Industry: Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Fertilizer, or Refinery Projects
Certifications: NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / OSHA or equivalent (mandatory)

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce company HSE policies, procedures, and client safety requirements at site

• Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits for fabrication, erection, piping, and structural activities

• Identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend corrective and preventive measures

• Monitor Permit-to-Work systems (Hot Work, Confined Space, Work at Height, Lifting operations, etc.)

• Conduct toolbox talks, safety training, and awareness programs for workforce and subcontractors

• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe execution of tasks in high-risk areas

• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts/conditions; prepare reports with corrective action plans

• Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, and client safety representatives to maintain safe work practices

• Maintain documentation of HSE records, reports, and compliance as per project and regulatory requirements

• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement at all levels of the organization

Requirements

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of international HSE standards: OSHA, NFPA, API, OHSAS/ISO 45001

• Experience with Permit to Work (PTW) systems and HSE practices in EPC projects

• Proven ability to conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on experience in contracting companies handling fabrication, erection of storage tanks, piping, and structural steel

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma / Degree in Engineering or Science discipline (preferred)

• NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / OSHA or equivalent HSE certification (mandatory)

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience as a Safety Officer in Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Fertilizer, or Refinery projects