Corporate HSE Manager

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the corporate HSE strategy, policies, standards, and objectives across the organization.
• Provide HSE leadership and governance for multiple concurrent mega construction and infrastructure projects in Qatar.
• Ensure compliance with Ashghal requirements, QCS, local regulations, and client-specific HSE standards.
• Support project teams throughout all phases of project execution, from mobilization to handover.
• Monitor HSE performance across all projects and establish KPI dashboards for management reporting.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies including Root Cause Analysis, Ishikawa (Fishbone Analysis), 5 Whys, and continuous improvement tools.
• Conduct corporate HSE audits, inspections, and management reviews to ensure consistency and compliance across projects.
• Manage and mentor project HSE teams and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, regulatory authorities, and senior management on HSE matters.
• Review project risk assessments, method statements, emergency response plans, and high-risk activities.
• Identify trends, lessons learned, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Deliver presentations and communicate HSE performance and strategic initiatives to executive management.
• Ensure adequate resources and HSE staffing are maintained across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Drive behavioral safety initiatives and workforce engagement programs.
• Support ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems and maintain certification requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 20–25 years of HSE experience including 5 years in an executive or corporate management role, with significant exposure to major construction and infrastructure projects.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent professional certification.
• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification or Lean Management background.
• Experience with operational excellence and continuous improvement systems.
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001.
• Previous experience managing HSE activities across several projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of Ashghal requirements, Qatar Construction Specifications and local regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent presentation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous experience with major infrastructure, roads, utilities, rail, or government projects in Qatar.