We have a current opportunity for a Safety Officer   on a contract basis. The position will be based in Sohar, Oman. For further information about this position please apply.
 
Looking for Omani national.
 
Contract duration: 2 years (Contract Basis)
Job purpose
 Promote robust safety support services at MAF, working under Team Leader Safety MAF scope’s; through (1) monitoring assigned area MAF for compliance with company practice code and Safety control procedures, (2) Supporting plant operations, maintenance and other departments on Safety matters accordingly, and (3) Providing training to MAF staff in safety by promoting safe practices and safe working environment; in order to contribute with Safety department to meet its objectives.
 The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.
 
Main Accountabilities
Safety Audits and Inspections: Perform regular site safety inspections and audits of the workplace, contractor’s activities, tools / equipment, and procedures etc.   Ensure that any identified non-compliance issues are reported, tracked and corrected promptly by area owners.
Employee Training and Education: Provide safety training on safe work procedures, HSSE Induction, PTW / Lock Out Tag Out system, etc., for all employees including contractors. Prepare & execute HSSE campaigns, and any other training/awareness related to HSSE campaign.
Incident Management: a). Coordinate with area owners and facilitates incident root investigation using RCA tools such as TapRoot, 5WHY, FTA etc.  to identify incident root causes and prevent future occurrences. Coordinates the preparation of investigation reports. Prepares Flash Safety Alert (FSA), Learning from Incident LFI and ensure these are communicated to all stakeholders. b). Ensure all Intelex reports including incidents, Safety observations and LSR are reviewed and validated. C). Track & verify Intelex reports & actions close out to ensure preventive actions are taken
Performance Monitoring: Develop weekly/monthly assigned area safety reports/presentations with good analytics and update further as per directions from Team Lead.
Risk Assessments: Supports & participate in risk assessments to identify potential hazards related to routine and non-routine tasks in the workplace.
Develop and Implement Safety Procedures: Contribute to improving safety processes and procedure by acting as SME for safety procedure(s). Develop & periodically review and update and support site implementation of safe work procedures & work instructions on need basis.
Contractor HSSE Monitoring: Monitor contractors HSE plans site implementation and conduct planned site inspection, camp inspection & contractor’s HSE meetings.
Support Occupational Health / Environment activities e.g. Noise monitoring, Lux monitoring, Heat Stress Level monitoring, Fatigue management, Odour monitoring, etc.
Develop and Implement Safety Procedures: Develop safe work procedures, Work Instructions etc.  necessary for maintaining safe work practices and asset integrity. Guide, and provide expert's insight, on safe systems of work and techniques, and develop content for learning packages. Conduct site audits to check effectiveness of implementing safety procedures such as PTW, Lock Out and Tag Out etc.
Key interactions
Internal: Within the department and plant personnel up to HeadHea’s level and other company Departments and Contractors
 
External: SIPC, ROP, Service Providers, Consultants
 
Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.
 
Education requirements
Minimum Qualifications for this position is a bachelor’s degree in engineering / Diploma in
Bachelor’s degree
Officer : 5-8 years of relevant experience
Safety.
 
Both:
Relevant experience in same role within the Oil and Gas industry preferable in Refinery, Petrochemical, and Petroleum processes.
Knowledge of main Safety procedures
Experience in the field of managing Safety aspects in Petrochemical, Oil & Gas industries.
Occupational Health & Safety Management System-
Experience in HSE audits.
Knowledge of ISO 45001 and RC14001.
Knowledge of risk management methods and practices.
Knowledge of HAZOP or similar studies.
 
Soft:
People management
Analytical thinking
Persuasive Communication
Establishes priorities and works with minimal direction.
Self-motivated and uses initiative and judgment to attain the best results.
Planning and organizing
 
Technical:
Proficiency in M/S Office & Presentations
Quantitative & Qualitative Risk Assessments (QRA)
Ability to prepare, update and draft policies, procedures, and guidelines in Safety discipline
Evidence searches and analysis
Ability to review engineering documents, P&ID.
HAZOP, HAZID.
Root cause analysis
Investigations, Reporting, Documentation
Technical writing, Record keeping

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.