HSE Manager

About the Role

Virtucruit is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to join a leading drilling and energy services company. This full-time position is based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, and involves overseeing multiple offshore jack-up rigs. The role is critical for implementing HSE management systems, fostering a proactive safety culture, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee HSE performance and compliance for approximately five offshore jack-up rigs, aligning with corporate HSE objectives and operational goals.
• Lead and supervise a team of HSE Specialists (rotational basis) and indirectly manage Rig Safety Coaches reporting to Offshore Installation Managers (OIMs).
• Implement and sustain the company's Safety Management System and promote a strong safety culture within operations.
• Manage and prepare for internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits.
• Lead root cause analyses, develop corrective action plans, and track their implementation.
• Act as the primary interface with clients, particularly large oil & gas operators, for all HSE-related matters, representing the company in client safety and operational meetings.
• Drive incident investigation processes, ensuring timely, high-quality reports and corrective actions that address root causes.
• Support and participate in the emergency response framework, covering rig-level, operational, and corporate-level emergencies.
• Monitor and report HSE KPIs, focusing on incident reduction, audit findings, and proactive safety engagement.
• Champion change management and continuous improvement across all HSE processes and behaviors.

Candidate Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant HSE role.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

Key Performance Indicators

Performance in this role will be measured against the following key indicators:

• Reduction in incident frequency rates (TRIR/LTI).
• Reduction in external audit findings and regulatory non-conformities.
• Timely and high-quality incident investigations.
• Demonstrated improvement in HSE culture and employee engagement.

Work Location

This position is located in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, requiring presence in the region or willingness to relocate.

Application Process

Salary for this position will be discussed during the interview process.