The Senior HSES Specialist uses best practices to solve complex HSES-related problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve HSES Performance. They will act with a considerable degree of autonomy and have the ability to balance a field-based position and business administrative duties. They are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and will act as a resource for colleagues with l
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Senior HSES Specialist
Category
Health and Safety
Employment Type
Full-time
Location
Kampala, Uganda
Vacancies
1 position
Closing Date
11/3/2026
9 days left
Employer / Company

McDermott
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Description (Public)
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Implement McDermott HSES Management System considering the particularities of the Company, Client and applicable legislative regulatory requirements
- Drive a common and consistent risk based HSES culture
- Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements
- Facilitate and participate in risk assessments and ensure risk registries are maintained up to date
- Develop HSES Activity plan and ensure all HSES requirements, including inspections, audits, and emergency response, are listed and scheduled
- Monitor for effectiveness and assist in the implementation of Project HSES Management Plan
- Prepare, schedule, and conduct internal and external HSES audits
- Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process
- Work closely with the PMT and sub-contractors on the development of suitable hazard control interventions
- Review client HSES documentation as required (Policies, Procedures, etc.) and perform Gap Analysis to Project procedures when required
- Establish and manage tangible KPI’s relevant to the area of responsibility
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Degree/Diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
- years of experience in the Energy Industry
- Advanced understanding of local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations
- Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
- Computer literate in Microsoft programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, Project
- Ability to work as a team member as well as act as a team leader
- Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
- Statistical and data analysis ability
- Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken
Skills & Competencies:
- Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Degree/Diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
- years of experience in the Energy Industry
- Advanced understanding of local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations
- Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
- Computer literate in Microsoft programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, Project
- Ability to work as a team member as well as act as a team leader
- Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
- Statistical and data analysis ability
- Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken
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