Job Description — HSE Engineer
Job Title
HSE Engineer (Health, Safety & Environment Engineer)
Job Summary
An HSE Engineer is responsible for implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental policies to ensure a safe workplace and compliance with regulatory standards. The role involves conducting risk assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations, and safety training programs across construction, industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas, and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and safety programs
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety audits
- Monitor workplace safety practices and environmental compliance
- Ensure compliance with local safety regulations and company standards
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss cases
- Prepare HSE reports, documentation, and compliance records
- Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and employee training
- Coordinate emergency response plans and evacuation procedures
- Monitor use of PPE and safe work practices on-site
- Promote safety awareness and continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors on HSE matters
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations
- Risk assessment and hazard management skills
- Incident investigation and reporting abilities
- Communication and training skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Leadership and team coordination skills
- Knowledge of environmental management practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
- NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent HSE certifications preferred
- 2–8 years of relevant HSE experience preferred
- Experience in construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, or industrial projects is an advantage
Preferred Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power BI
- SAP
- EcoOnline
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Reduction in workplace accidents and incidents
- Compliance with HSE regulations and standards
- Safety audit and inspection performance
- Timely incident reporting and corrective actions
- Employee safety training completion rates
- Environmental compliance and waste reduction metrics
Industries Hiring HSE Engineers
- Construction and Infrastructure
- Oil & Gas
- Manufacturing and Industrial Plants
- Power and Energy
- Chemical and Process Industries
- Logistics and Warehousing
Work Environment
HSE Engineers typically work:
- On construction and industrial sites
- In manufacturing plants and factories
- In corporate HSE departments
- In field and compliance monitoring environments
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