Senior HSE Engineer

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC HSE Engineer - Site for all on-site activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality and safety standards for a high-profile client.

Our clients and projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the energy sector

Commitment to diversity and inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Medical insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment

Group life and personal accident insurance: The company provides life assurance cover

End of service gratuity: In line with UAE labor law, all employees are eligible for an end of service benefit

The employee share plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company

Long service award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating long service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones

Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Energy transition academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Job objective

The Senior Site HSE Engineer, working under a Project Management Consultant (PMC), is responsible for ensuring that all engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) site activities comply with ADNOC’s HSE standards, regulatory requirements, and international best practices. The role focuses on proactive risk management, incident prevention, and fostering a strong safety culture across site operations.

HSE leadership & oversight

Act as the PMC’s focal point for all site HSE matters

Ensure EPC contractors implement and adhere to ADNOC HSE policies, procedures, and standards

Provide leadership in promoting a “Zero Incident” and “Safety First” culture

Interface with ADNOC HSE representatives and internal stakeholders

Compliance & assurance

Monitor contractor compliance with:

ADNOC HSE standards & codes of practice

Project HSE management plans

UAE legal and regulatory requirements

Conduct regular HSE audits, inspections, and site walkdowns

Review and approve contractor HSE deliverables (method statements, risk assessments, HAZID/HAZOP follow-ups)

Risk management

Identify, assess, and mitigate site-related hazards

Ensure implementation of control measures for high-risk activities such as:

Lifting operations

Working at height

Confined space entry

SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations)

Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Task Risk Assessments (TRA)

Incident management

Lead or participate in incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies

Ensure timely reporting and closure of incidents in line with ADNOC requirements

Track and analyze HSE performance metrics and trends

Site monitoring & reporting

Monitor daily site activities to ensure safe execution of work

Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports for PMC and ADNOC management

Maintain records of inspections, observations, and corrective actions

Training & awareness

Conduct HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns

Mentor junior HSE engineers and contractor HSE staff

Promote behavioral safety programs and initiatives

Emergency preparedness

Support development and implementation of Emergency Response Plans

Participate in emergency drills and ensure site readiness

What makes you remarkable

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

BSc, BEng or equivalent with extensive relevant experience

Demonstrable balance of industrial experience at a relevant level and position

Minimum of 15 years relevant experience in the oil and gas industry

Minimum of 6 years proven capability in an EPC company

Previous experience of site-based project work involving field engineering, construction, commissioning, operations, or maintenance would be an advantage

Experience of working with multi-national and multi-cultural project teams is strongly preferred

Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage

Diversity statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.