Safety Officer – Construction / Infrastructure Projects
Location: Onshore – Industrial Yard, Mesaieed, Qatar
Contract Duration: 01 October 2025 – 01 December 2026 (Tentative)
Visa/Sponsorship: Open to candidates eligible to work in Qatar. Sponsorship available for suitable candidates.

About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Safety Officer to join a major infrastructure and construction project based in Qatar. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly visible project supporting operational safety during its definition, design, and execution phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations during all project stages.

• Oversee site activities, monitor contractor performance, and conduct regular safety inspections.

• Review Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work documentation.

• Identify and implement proactive risk reduction measures across project phases.

• Provide technical input during the review of HSE plans, certifications, and other contractor documents.

• Support and contribute to the development of HSE objectives, performance monitoring, and safety KPIs.

• Monitor the implementation of HSE legal requirements, national regulations, and international protocols applicable to project activities.

• Maintain the project HSE risk register and ensure follow-up and closure of identified risks.

• Participate in the assessment of contractor safety personnel, including CV reviews and interviews.

• Carry out incident investigations and ensure close-out of corrective/preventive actions.

• Conduct toolbox talks, site safety meetings, and promote HSE awareness among staff and contractors.

• Support and perform safety audits and ensure follow-up of recommended corrective actions.

Requirements:

• HNC or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.

• Associate membership of a recognised safety institution.

• Minimum 12 years’ experience in operational safety, ideally within the oil, gas, or petrochemical industry.

• Proven experience on infrastructure and construction projects.

• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, safety standards, and risk management frameworks.

• Competent in MS Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.

• Prior experience in the Arabian Gulf region is desirable.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills in English.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to influence safe work practices across a multi-disciplinary team.