Health, Safety & Environment Manager (HSEM) Operations & Maintenance of Sewage Treatment Plants
Location: Qatar
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environment Manager (HSEM) to lead the HSE function for a major government Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contract covering sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, wastewater networks, and associated infrastructure across Qatar. This is a senior leadership position responsible for managing a large HSE team, driving operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture across a workforce of more than 1,000 employees operating at multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the HSE department across multiple operational sites, workshops, and field teams.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Occupational Health & Safety Management System (ISO 45001) and environmental management processes.
- Ensure compliance with client, contractual, statutory, and international HSE requirements.
- Oversee risk assessments and ensure effective implementation of control measures across all operational activities.
- Provide HSE leadership for sewage treatment plants, pumping stations, wastewater networks, workshops, and related facilities.
- Manage high-risk activities including:
- Confined Space Entry Permit-to-Work Systems
- Hazardous Gases
- Chemical Handling & Storage
- Electrical Isolation (LOTO)
- Hot Work
- Working at Height
- Lifting Operations
- Sludge Handling
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct audits, inspections, compliance monitoring, and performance reviews across all operational locations.
- Develop and deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, emergency response exercises, and safety awareness campaigns.
- Monitor environmental performance including waste management, spill prevention, chemical controls, and wastewater-related environmental compliance.
- Oversee security risk management, site protection measures, and emergency preparedness.
- Prepare management reports, KPIs, audit reports, HSE statistics, and client presentations.
Requirements
Essential Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or another relevant technical discipline.
Minimum 20 years of professional experience.
At least 10 years' experience in a senior HSE management role within:
- Wastewater Treatment
- Sewage Treatment Plants
- Utilities
- Water Infrastructure
- Operations & Maintenance
Demonstrated experience managing large, multi-site HSE teams.
Strong knowledge of:ISO 45001ISO 14001Permit-to-Work SystemsRisk AssessmentIncident InvestigationEmergency ResponseContractor HSE Management
Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- NEBOSH Diploma or Certificate
- IOSH Managing Safely or Graduate/Chartered Membership
- OSHA Certification
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
- ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
- Other internationally recognized HSE qualifications
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
- A proven HSE leader capable of driving a strong safety culture.
- Experienced in managing complex operational risks within wastewater infrastructure.
- Confident working directly with government clients and regulatory authorities.
- Able to manage multiple operational sites while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environmental, and security performance.
- Comfortable making critical decisions in fast-paced operational environments.
Recruitment Process
- Shortlisted candidates will complete:
- First-stage interview with the company's technical leadership team.
- Final interview with the government client.
Important Screening Criteria
Applications will only be considered from candidates who:Hold the required Bachelor's Degree. Have substantial HSE management experience within wastewater, sewage treatment, utilities, or O&M operations. Meet the minimum experience requirements outlined above.
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