HSE Inspector – Construction & Operational Safety

Location: Qatar
Contract Type: Permanent / Contract (specify as needed)
Experience Level: Senior

Overview
We are seeking an experienced HSE Inspector to join a leading engineering and construction project team. This role is ideal for candidates with extensive experience in operational safety, particularly within the oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors. You will play a key role in ensuring all site activities are conducted safely and in compliance with applicable HSE regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce HSE policies, procedures, and regulations across project sites

• Conduct daily inspections to ensure work complies with approved risk assessments, method statements, job safety analyses, and permit-to-work systems

• Identify and implement risk reduction measures during all phases of construction

• Review and provide input on contractor safety documentation, including method statements, risk assessments, and HSE plans

• Assess competence of contractor HSE personnel prior to mobilisation

• Conduct incident investigations and ensure proper reporting, preventive and corrective actions are implemented

• Lead site safety meetings and promote HSE awareness among staff and contractors

• Perform safety audits and follow up on corrective actions to ensure compliance

• Maintain HSE risk registers, compile reports, and prepare statistical and trend analysis to monitor project safety performance

• Contribute to updates of HSE standards, codes, and best practices

Essential Requirements

• HNC or equivalent in an Engineering discipline

• Associate membership of a recognised safety institution

• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in operational HSE, preferably in oil, gas, or petrochemical sectors

• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and procedures relevant to construction and civil/infrastructure projects

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders

• Full right to work in Qatar or relevant visa eligibility

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in the Arabian Gulf

• Familiarity with construction and operational HSE in large-scale projects

• Experience with safety audits, incident investigation, and risk assessment

What the Role Offers

• Opportunity to work on major industrial and infrastructure projects

• Exposure to complex operational safety and HSE management

• Collaborative and safety-focused working environment