Offshore HSSE Advisor

Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Offshore HSSE Advisor (UKCS). This is a 12-month PAYE contract role starting December / early January. Candidates must have extensive experience working in an HSE role on an operational asset in the North Sea. You must also have current offshore certification and eligibility to work in the UK.
 
Key Responsibilities:

HSSE Leadership & Coaching

• Provide visible, frontline HSSE coaching to supervision and workforce
• Provide coaching and mentoring to SI971 Safety Representatives to strengthen their effectiveness in the field
• Embed Human Performance principles
• Promote strong HSSE leadership behaviours and effective risk conversations
• Intervene where necessary
• Support the roll out of relevant HSSE campaigns.

 
Process Safety & Risk Management

• Support the offshore management team in the effective control of Major Accident Hazards and maintenance of barrier integrity
• Provide coaching, guidance and independent insight to support compliance with the Safety Case, SIMOPS arrangements and permit-to-work systems
• Champion awareness of Life Saving Rules and Process Safety Fundamentals
• Coach teams in risk assessment (JHA, task risk assessments)

 
Assurance & Compliance

• Coach and support offshore teams in the effective planning and execution of worksite verification, audits and assurance activities
• Undertake audits or verification activities where required, or as part of targeted HSSE interventions
• Support effective use of HSSE systems (e.g. Sphera Incident management System, e-Obs safety observations) for reporting and tracking
• Support regulator inspections (HSE, OPRED) and follow-up actions where required.

 
Incident Investigation & Learning

• Support incident investigations using recognised methodologies
• Facilitate learning and ensure lessons are embedded and shared
• Promote a just culture and high-quality reporting

 
Operational Support

• Provide HSSE leadership coaching during toolbox talks, pre-shift meetings and safety forums to drive better quality.
• Assist with induction and onboarding processes offshore Emergency Response & Preparedness
• Support emergency response exercises and assurance of readiness as and when required

 
Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) or working toward
• Demonstrable HSSE experience in offshore or high-hazard industry
• Understanding of Major Accident Hazard management
• Trained in conducting incident investigations and assurance
• Strong knowledge of UK offshore legislation
• Proven experience with safety management system, reporting systems
• Proven ability to influence behaviours and coach at all levels
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

 
Contract role
 
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/084412


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