I. POSITION SUMMARY
This is a Contract position, based at the NEOM Green Hydrogen Elements (GHE) Project Site location, working a 8 x 2 weeks’ rotational assignment. The project is being executed by the AIR PRODUCTS NEOM Green Hydrogen Project (NGHP) – Green Hydrogen Elements (GHE) Project execution team and is expected to last approximately 48 months.
The incumbent is responsible for working in a specific area of the site to ensure the EH&S requirements implemented by the Contractor Organization(s) meet the intent of the project and AIR PRODUCTS EH&S systems. It is AIR PRODUCTS’ objective to achieve highest standards and performance levels during the execution of all project related activities. The incumbent will work closely with the Area Construction Manager, manage a team of Area EH&S Supervisors and report to the EH&S Manager.
The incumbent is expected to have detailed knowledge of EH&S requirements and best practices related to construction and pre-commissioning safety and extensive work experience in this area.
II. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
This position is accountable for the following end results:
Support the full implementation of the project EH&S Plan
Actively promote the development of a ‘Total Safety Culture’ and provide support during the implementation of all related (leadership) activities
Demonstrate strong leadership at all times throughout the project phases
Act as a coach, both for the assigned EH&S team and for Contractors
Coordinate with Contractors to ensure Approval to Mobilize and HAZIDs work activities in accountable area are completed in a timely manner
Ensure Contractors EH&S programs and safe work practices are reviewed and monitored on an ongoing basis
Review and comment on Risk Assessments, Job Safety Analysis and Method Statements for all work activities in the accountable area to ensure accuracy and validity of the same.
Ensure all hazardous work permits are adequately completed and fully implemented at site.
Establish a program of inspections and audits in accountable area
Ensure EH&S information/expertise is provided to the site team when solicited to ensure compliance to AIR PRODUCTS standards and local laws
Coordinate safety training as required with the Contractor organizations
Actively participate in and lead safety promotion events, campaigns, competitions, established programs
Provide leadership to ensure prompt prioritization and coordination of all unforeseen issues at the site, escalating to the AIR PRODUCTS EH&S Manager / Area Construction Manager as required
Give input to ensure the accurate completion of all EH&S reports
Support the implementation of the Project Emergency Response Plan and review Rescue Plans within accountable area
Facilitate incident investigations and complete incident reports in accountable area
Cooperate closely with area construction management, project security manager, medical team and contractor organizationsIII. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Engineering / Science degree
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent is a mandatory requirement
Safety certificates in OSHA, IOSH or similar
12 years’ experience on international mega-projects, at least 6 years working in EH&S lead position
Passion for systematic, structured, and pro-active EH&S management
Fluent spoken and written English
Familiar with all aspects of Construction Safety and possessing specialist knowledge in one or two areas of Construction Safety (e.g., excavations, scaffolding, lifting, etc.)
Being a good team player, good communication and interpersonal skills
Physically fit and able to spend a large proportion of the day on site
Ability to work in a multifaceted / multinational organizational matrix with a variety of working relationships
Willingness to travel and be based in remote locationAdvantages:
Knowledge and experience of industrial gas projects, especially in KSA
Knowledge and experience of EPC management
Possess driving license