Senior Engineer Safety

Job Description

Highly skilled Senior Engineer to manage Safety & Legal Compliance within industry operations.This role will involve ensuring adherence to industry regulations, safety standards, and operational excellence while managing and enhancing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) systems. Additionally, the role includes liaison with various statutory authorities to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure Up-to-date documentation (standards and guidelines/procedures/training modules)
• Network steering team/subcommittee deliverables achieved.
• Participate in Audits of the relevant area of competency
• Support audits of the area /plant they are responsible for
• Conduct Safety Observation as per the target in their area of responsibility
• Analyse the Safety Observation to arrive at actions to modify behaviours
• Ensure participation in Risk Management programs (Hazard Analysis, Incident Investigation and control measures identification and completion)
• Impart training to enhance competency of the target group in the area of work
• Participation in external Industry Bodies, trade association, Global Forums)
• Plan and conduct Safety promotion to increase awareness in areas which need attention

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance Management: Ensure up-to-date documentation in accordance with safety standards, guidelines, procedures, training modules, and legal frameworks, including the Factory Act, Petroleum Act, Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR), PNGRB and other applicable Acts & Rules of the petrochemical industry including OISD standards requirements.
• Audit and Inspection Support: Participate in and lead audits for areas of responsibility, ensuring compliance with internal and external HSE regulations, including statutory regulations under the Factory Act, Petroleum Act, PNGRB guidelines and relevant applicable laws as per nature of the industry.
• Risk Management: Lead and support risk management programs, including hazard analysis, incident investigation, control measures identification, and completion of corrective actions. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Safety Observation & Behavior Modification: Conduct safety observations per set targets, analyze results to identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to modify unsafe behaviors in line with industry regulations.
• Legal and Regulatory Awareness: Stay updated with changes to laws and regulations, including the Factory Act, Petroleum Act, IBR, and PNGR, ensuring all activities comply with local, national, and international safety laws and best practices.
• Training & Development: Impart training sessions to enhance the competency of the workforce in safety and legal compliance. Ensure training is aligned with legal standards, focusing on safe practices under the Petroleum Act and other regulations.
• Industry Engagement: Actively participate in external industry bodies, trade associations, and forums to stay informed on legislative updates and safety best practices related to HSE, legal compliance, and regulatory changes in the petroleum sector.
• Safety Promotion: Plan and execute safety promotions within the company, highlighting key areas requiring attention to improve overall safety performance while ensuring compliance with the relevant acts and laws.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical understanding of operations within the process industry, including petroleum and chemical sectors.
• Proficient in HSE laws and regulations, specifically the Factory Act, Petroleum Act, IBR, PNGRB regulations and other applicable Acts & Rules of the petrochemical industry including OISD standards requirements.
• Ability to coach and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Expertise in auditing safety programs and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and political skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence long-term safety practices and compliance initiatives.
• Technical understanding of operations
• Ability to coach
• Influencing skills
• Persistence
• Analysis
• Auditing
• Technical, Facilitation
• Communication,
• Interpersonal skills and political understanding
• Strategic understanding

Education Required

Necessary:

• Bachelors in Engineering/Science - Mechanical/ Chemical/ Instrumentation
• Certifications: ADIS / Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent, recognized safety qualification.

Desirable:

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent
• Industry Recognized/Accepted Expert in HSE
• Post Graduate in Engineering/Science

Experience Required

Necessary:

• 5 to 10 years of Process Industry Site Operations or Maintenance Experience
• 2-3 years of handling HSE
• Min 5 years of experience in handling HSEF compliance functions.
• In-depth experience with the Factory Act, Petroleum Act, IBR, PNGRB regulations and other applicable Acts & Rules of the petrochemical industry related compliances.
• liaison with various statutory authorities.