HSE & Process Safety Manager
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LocationMeranti Green Steel Oman
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentProjects
Company size51–200 people
PostedJun 19, 2026 · 4mo ago
Verified live21h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
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experience in DRI / Ironmaking
experience in Steel Manufacturing
experience in Petrochemical
experience in Refinery
experience in LNG
experience in Oil & Gas
experience in Power Generation
experience supporting EPC construction projects and operational facilities
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Occupational Health & Safety, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines
Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in heavy industrial environments
Minimum 5 years in a management role
NEBOSH International Diploma
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
Process Safety Management Training
Incident Investigation Certification
English - Fluent
experience in commissioning and start-up of industrial plants
Skills
HAZOP
LOPA
Bow-Tie Analysis
What-if Studies
ISO 45001
ISO 14001
Purpose/ Mission:
The HSE & Process Safety Manager is responsible for leading and managing all Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), and Process Safety activities throughout the DRI Plant lifecycle, including Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC), Commissioning, Start-up, and Operations.
The role ensures full compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and international best practices while establishing a strong safety culture and safeguarding personnel, assets, the environment, and business continuity. The position plays a critical role in managing construction safety risks, process safety hazards, and operational excellence within a high-hazard industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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HSE Leadership & Governance
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Develop and implement the overall HSE strategy for the DRI Plant project and operational phases.
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Establish HSE objectives, targets, KPIs, and improvement programs.
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Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, permits, corporate requirements, and international standards.
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Promote a Zero Harm culture across employees, contractors, and subcontractors.
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Provide HSE leadership to project, operations, maintenance, engineering, and contractor teams.
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Construction HSE Management
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Lead all HSE activities during site preparation, civil works, structural erection, mechanical installation, piping, refractory works, electrical and instrumentation construction.
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Review contractor HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and mobilization requirements.
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Monitor contractor compliance with project HSE requirements.
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Oversee high-risk construction activities including:
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Working at heights
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Heavy lifting and crane operations
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Confined space entry
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Hot work
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Excavation activities
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Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS)
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Electrical isolation
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Conduct HSE audits, inspections, and contractor performance evaluations.
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Drive proactive hazard identification and intervention programs.
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Commissioning & Start-up Safety
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Develop and implement commissioning and start-up HSE programs.
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Ensure safe introduction of energy, process gases, utilities, and raw materials into the facility.
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Lead Pre-Start-up Safety Reviews (PSSR).
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Verify readiness of emergency systems, fire protection systems, gas detection systems, and critical safety barriers.
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Participate in commissioning risk assessments and operational readiness reviews.
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Ensure safe execution of plant start-up activities.
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Process Safety Management (PSM)
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Establish and maintain a comprehensive Process Safety Management system.
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Lead hazard identification and risk assessment studies including:
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HAZID
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HAZOP
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LOPA
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Bow-Tie Analysis
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What-if Studies
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Manage Management of Change (MOC) processes.
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Ensure integrity of Safety Critical Equipment and Safety Instrumented Systems.
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Support Asset Integrity and Mechanical Integrity programs.
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Lead investigations of process safety incidents and near misses.
Special focus areas include:
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Natural gas systems
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Hydrogen-rich reducing gas systems
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Reformer operations
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Reduction furnace operations
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High-temperature process equipment
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Dust explosion prevention
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Fire and explosion risk management
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Operational HSE Management
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Lead HSE programs during plant operation.
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Ensure implementation of:
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Permit to Work (PTW)
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Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)
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Confined Space Entry
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Working at Height
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Hot Work Control
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Contractor Safety Management
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Conduct routine HSE audits and workplace inspections.
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Monitor occupational health and industrial hygiene programs.
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Ensure emergency preparedness and response capability.
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Environmental Management
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Manage environmental compliance programs.
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Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
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Oversee:
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Air emissions monitoring
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Dust control systems
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Wastewater management
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Hazardous waste management
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Resource efficiency programs
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Lead initiatives related to sustainability, decarbonization, and environmental performance improvement.
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Incident Investigation & Risk Management
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Lead investigations of injuries, property damage, environmental incidents, and process safety events.
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Conduct root cause analysis using recognized methodologies.
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Develop and track corrective and preventive actions.
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Maintain site risk registers and risk mitigation plans.
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Emergency Response & Crisis Management
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Establish site emergency response systems.
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Lead emergency preparedness planning.
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Conduct drills for:
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Fire and explosion scenarios
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Gas release incidents
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Hydrogen leaks
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Confined space rescue
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Medical emergencies
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Coordinate with external emergency response agencies and authorities.
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Team Leadership
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Build and lead the HSE organization for both project and operational phases.
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Develop HSE competencies throughout the workforce.
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Coach managers and supervisors in safety leadership and risk management.
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Support workforce engagement and behavioral safety initiatives.
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Support the Oman Project Director in all relevant tasks where requested.
Requirements/ Skills/ Experience:
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Experience in at least one of the following industries:
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DRI / Ironmaking
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Steel Manufacturing
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Petrochemical
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Refinery
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LNG
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Oil & Gas
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Power Generation
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Experience supporting EPC construction projects and operational facilities.
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Experience in commissioning and start-up of industrial plants is highly preferred.
Required Education/ Qualification/ Training:
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Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Occupational Health & Safety, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.
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Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in heavy industrial environments.
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Minimum 5 years in a management role.
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NEBOSH International Diploma
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Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
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ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
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ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
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Process Safety Management Training
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Incident Investigation Certification
Required Language Proficiency:
English - Fluent
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