HSSE Country Manager

Job Description

Who we are:

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

Job Purpose:

The Country Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) Manager manages the implementation of the company’s HSSE strategy and policies at the country level. This job profile aligns strategic direction with country HSSE plans that ensure compliance with national legislation, address customer and operational priorities, and support consistent execution across country operations. It also focuses on coordinating and continuously improving HSSE operations and services, while supporting the delivery of transformational HSSE programs.

The HSSE Manager is the Company's Management Representative for Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environment and has the obligation to report any operation which is considered to be in serious breach of the Company Policy and/or procedures to the Regional HSSE Director.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations:

• Develop and implement HSSE Strategies aligned with corporate objectives, and operations. Ensure HSSE issues are managed across the organization, embedded into the organization culture and appropriately considered during all business decisions.
• Identify, assess and mitigate HSSE risk across the business by proactive risk assessment, engaging with Business line manager, & crew. Lead, administer, manage, develop and implement the Integrated Management System and associated records.
• Establish Team’s KPI and objectives, monitor performance through regular checks, and reviews, provide support with improvement opportunities and development plans.
• Lead Crisis management plan, develop, test and monitor the process, provide improvement plans.
• Manage all aspects of HSSE document control concerning the review, revision, authorization and release.
• Ensure legal, regulatory and corporate requirements for the IMS are met and that the validity of the independent third party IMS certification to the ISO9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS 45001 standards is retained.
• Primary (first) point of contact on company’s HSSE matters, IMS interpretations, and relevant issues.
• Report on the functioning and integrity of the Integrated Management System in the Management Meetings and ensure effective cascading of information throughout the organization to ensure an effective HSSE mindset and culture is maintained.
• Provide HSSE guidance for staff engaged on projects conducted onshore and offshore.
• Ensure achievement of the HSSE Improvement Plan.
• Lead investigations into incidents and near misses and ensure corrective actions identified are implemented and effective.
• Ensure regular inspections of working areas are carried out and set the example for other staff for adherence to the Management System.

Personal:

• Ensure all employees and contractors are inducted into the Company HSSE Management System.
• Provide internal training to employees, supervisors and managers on HSSE related issues.
• Approve work reports of assigned staff and evaluate their performance.

Administration:

• Maintain the filing of Management System documents in accordance with the relevant procedure.
• Plan and coordinate external certification audits of Company HSSE systems and ensure a regular program of internal HSSE audits is maintained and executed.
• Prepare required reports to management and analyse statistical HSSE performance.
• Provide HSSE guidance and support for staff preparing proposal and project documents and assist with other Ad Hoc requirements for documentation and questionnaires

Specific Additional Duties:

• Ensure that business style is consistent throughout the Company.
• Assist Director in the improvement of the internal organization of the Company and distribution of news bulletins.
• Represent the Company in regard to IMCA membership.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum experience of 12+ years.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a management position.
• Ability to work well alongside peers, colleagues and partners to impact positively on business performance. Ability to persuade and negotiate.
• High levels of initiative and ability to work both independently, and to interact and contribute positively with others as part of a team.
• Takes ownership and initiative, acts with confidence and works under own direction. Ability to make prompt and clear decisions, which may involve tough choices or considered risk
• Broad knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS 18001 Quality and Safety Management Systems.
• Formal qualification in Safety discipline or adequate experience in Safety field e.g. NEBOSH (International) Diploma, or equivalent.
• Recognized Internal / Lead Auditor qualification.

What we offer:

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion:

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behavior and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and livable world’ – and to each other.

HSE Responsibilities:

Responsible for ensuring safety of self and others at site. Prevent damage of equipment and assets Responsible for following all safety signs/procedures/ safe working practices Responsible for using appropriate PPE’s Responsible for participating in mock drills. Entitled to refuse any to undertake any activity considered unsafe. Responsible for filling up of hazard observation card, wherever hazard has been noticed at site. Responsible for safe housekeeping of his work place. To stop any operation that is deemed unsafe To be able to operate fire extinguisher in case of fire To report an incident as soon as possible to immediate supervisor and HSE manager To complete HSE trainings as instructed to do so.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.