Senior HSES Advisor

About This Role

Company Overview:

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value. Overview:

The Senior HSE Advisor will lead the implementation and monitoring of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems across construction projects/ CB&I facilities. The role ensures full compliance with local regulatory requirements, promotes a proactive safety culture, and supports project teams in achieving zero harm objectives. This role reports to the Project HSES Manager / District HSES Manager.

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.
• Conduct site risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and task-specific method statement reviews.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as working at height, lifting operations, excavation, and confined space entry.

Local Requirements:

• Valid UAE driving license preferred
• Strong knowledge of permit-to-work systems
• Experience with HSE software/reporting systems is a plus

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).

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