Senior SHES Manager

Overview

Strategic SHES Leadership

• Provide leadership, direction, and support to project SHES teams across the region.
• Drive the implementation of company SHES policies, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a strong safety culture and behavioural safety programmes throughout all projects.
• Support senior management in achieving operational and strategic SHES objectives.
• Ensure alignment between corporate SHES requirements, client expectations, and local regulatory requirements.

Operational Oversight

• Monitor SHES performance across multiple projects and corporate locations.
• Review and approve project-specific SHES plans, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Provide support during project mobilisation phases, ensuring effective SHES systems, resources, and training programmes are established.
• Lead SHES resource planning and support the recruitment and development of project SHES personnel.
• Monitor implementation of risk mitigation measures and verify compliance with management system requirements.

Incident Investigation & Risk Management

• Lead investigations into Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) events and other significant incidents.
• Conduct root cause analyses and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Maintain confidentiality, objectivity, and professional integrity throughout investigations.
• Ensure lessons learned are effectively communicated and implemented across projects.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with clients, project leadership teams, subcontractors, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Provide expert SHES advice to Project Directors, Project Managers, and senior leadership teams.
• Interface with government authorities, regulatory agencies, and client representatives on SHES matters.
• Support project teams during audits, inspections, and client reviews.

Governance, Compliance & Assurance

• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations, legal requirements, and company standards.
• Conduct SHES audits, inspections, and performance reviews across project sites.
• Support implementation of safety leadership, observation, intervention, and cultural improvement programmes.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SHES performance.

Training & Development

• Mentor Project SHES Managers and site-based SHES personnel.
• Support competency development programmes and succession planning initiatives.
• Facilitate training, coaching, and leadership development across project teams.
• Promote knowledge sharing and the adoption of industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent professional qualification.
• ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification.
• TapRoot®, ICAM, Apollo Root Cause Analysis, or equivalent investigation certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum
• 12-15 years' experience
• in SHES leadership roles within major construction, infrastructure, energy, industrial, or EPC projects.
• Proven experience working with Tier 1 international contractors or major project organisations.
• Strong background supporting large-scale, high-value capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading regional or multi-project SHES functions.
• Previous experience in the Middle East and GCC region is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, contractors, and senior executives.
• Strong understanding of international SHES management systems and industry best practices.
• Excellent incident investigation, risk management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments and complex organisational structures.
• Strong planning, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital reporting systems