Lead Technical Safety Engineer

Lead Technical Safety Engineer

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.  

The Role 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Technical Safety Engineer with a proven track record in ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducts risk assessments and developing safety strategies for industrial projects for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world. 
Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. 
We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa. 
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 organisation 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’ service 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

The key objectives for this role are: 

Identifying potential risks through HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and LOPA studies.
Developing safety philosophies, safety distances, and technical safety reports.
Ensuring compliance with local and international safety standards like OSHA, NFPA, IEC, and API.
Conducting audits to verify adherence to safety protocols.
Designing fire protection systems and safety equipment layouts.
Coordinating with engineering teams to integrate safety measures into project designs

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:Discipline engineer in one or more integrated in-house /contractor teams handling multiple project responsibilitiesExecute technical work for FEED and Detailed Designs (designs, specifications, drawings, etc.) within designated CTR scopesMaintain excellent HSE performance throughout the engineering phase of the project life cycle.Implement, practice and Monitor Quality Management System (QMS) in FEED office projects in line with ISO 9001-2015 and API Q2 2nd edition requirementsCarry out appropriate discipline and inter discipline checks and reviews of engineering and design workContribute to the development of execution contracting strategies that compliment designs, construction methods and operating methodsRemain engaged in design issues and decisions throughout construction, commissioning and start-upCreate demonstrable value for customers by understanding their drivers and critical success factorsCapture/apply internal and external learning’s and incorporate improvementsDeliver continuously improving performance, benchmarked as top tier in the industryTime write correctly each weekEnsure own discipline engineering and design work are successfully delivered and appropriate reviews conductedEnsure quality of technical work and the technical integrity, functionality, constructability, safe operation and reliability of designsInvolved in multiple engineering reviews and provide sound design inputsContribute to excellent HSE performance throughout the engineering phase of the project life cycleMaintain effective interfaces and relationships within/between disciplines, and peers in other EP Projects teams and AssetsEmphasize on Development of young TSE engineersProvide guidance and advice on Technical Safety matters in a consistent manner in line with that agreed within the team

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications  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:Minimum 15 years’ experience and 6 years in EPCM/ EPC experienceBachelors in engineering degree or equivalentExperience in the middle east is preferredBe a team player where recognition of team performance as a whole is a greater priority than projecting individual contributionBe able to work in a team environment and handle multiple project responsibilitiesAssuring that work and project promises are successfully delivered and appropriate reviews have been conductedEstablishing and maintaining engineering processes, systems and tools (software)

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

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.