Head of Operational HSE

Key Accountabilities

• Manage and oversee all HSE activities across Operations, CPF construction, accommodation complex construction, and well sites construction.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Company HSE Management System and ensure full compliance with SONATRACH, PTTEP standards, Algerian regulations, and international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
• Establish and strengthen HSE systems to support safe operations CPF completion, including preparing procedures and delivering training to ensure employees and contractors fully understand and apply HSE requirements.
• Supervise and coach HSE engineers and officers on preparing and implementing HSE plans, and monitor adherence to those plans.
• Develop structured risk assessment processes and ensure strict implementation and follow-up across all activities.
• Design and implement emergency response systems and guidelines, and organize emergency drills (fire, evacuation, medical) with contractors and internal teams, ensuring lessons learned are documented and applied.
• Establish frameworks for incident investigation and corrective actions, ensuring proper root cause analysis and timely closeout of preventive measures.
• Implement preventive systems for high-risk activities such as lifting, working at height, confined space entry, hot work, and electrical isolation.
• Review and approve EPC contractors’ HSE plans, method statements, JHAs, risk assessments, and environmental procedures for adequacy and compliance.
• Monitor contractor compliance with Permit-to-Work and all HSE control systems, and conduct routine site inspections, audits, and HSE walkdowns to verify compliance and identify hazards.
• Ensure proper certification, inspection, and safe use of tools, lifting devices, and heavy machinery.
• Drive environmental protection initiatives including hazardous waste management, wastewater control, and greenhouse gas data collection and reporting, ensuring compliance with EIA conditions and Algerian law.
• Establish health risk assessment programs, medical surveillance requirements, and compliance with occupational health standards for employees and contractors.
• Maintain accurate HSE records including incidents, man-hours, KPIs, permits, training logs, and audit findings.
• Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and task-specific safety training, and promote behavioral safety and positive safety culture through coaching and engagement.
• Implement contractor HSE management systems and monitor performance, including PPE procurement and distribution processes.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to integrate HSE into all operational and project activities, ensuring cultural change and competency development among HSE staff and contractors.
• Perform additional HSE-related tasks and responsibilities as requested by management to support operational and project requirements.

Professional Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in HSE roles within Oil & Gas and major construction projects, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory position.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and improving HSE Management Systems, including risk assessment frameworks, emergency response plans, incident investigation processes, and audit systems.
• Strong ability to implement HSE procedures and drive compliance, not only create documentation but ensure execution in the field.
• Demonstrated capability to coach, mentor, and build competency among HSE staff and contractors, including delivering structured training programs.
• Solid knowledge of high-risk activity controls (lifting operations, working at height, confined space entry, hot work, electrical isolation) and ability to design preventive systems.
• Experience in environmental management including hazardous waste handling, wastewater control, and greenhouse gas data collection and reporting.
• Familiarity with health risk assessment, occupational health programs, and legal compliance monitoring.
• Strong understanding of Algerian regulations and international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, NFPA, API).
• Experience coordinating HSE matters with Contractors(Drilling, Construction, Logistics, Maintenance, EPC), subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Competence in incident investigation techniques (RCA, 5-Why, TapRooT) and ability to lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Preferred certifications: NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid/CPR, Firefighting, Working at Height, Confine space, Electrical, Lifting, and Permit to Work systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and drive cultural change.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Ms team), SAP.
• Fluent in English; French or Arabic or Thai language proficiency is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and in remote environments, with willingness to travel to desert camps and CPF sites.
• Positive attitude, strong team spirit, and proactive working style.