HSSE Manager

Company Description

Established in 2006, Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is a global clean energy leader, transforming how the world produces and consumes energy through bold innovation and commercial excellence.

Masdar is a clean energy investor, developer and operator, advancing renewable energy projects across key markets and technologies, with a global project portfolio capacity to date of over 65 gigawatts (GW).

Jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC and Mubadala, Masdar is driving the scale-up of renewables worldwide, targeting a portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030.

Job Description

Masdar (Project Delivery team) is seeking a HSSE Manager who will be responsible for all HSSE matters and performance of Mega project in Azerbaijan and other potential projects in Azerbaijan. The HSSE Manager shall coordinate with the Regional HSSE manager and the Country Social Manager to ensure timely implementation and reporting of HSSE at project level. This role will be responsible for ensuring that all project activities are carried out to a high standard in accordance with Masdar requirements and are transparent and supported by appropriate documentation.

The HSSE Manager will also be responsible for the supervision, audit and support for the implementation of the HSSE Management System across project sites, and for supporting Projects during external audits and reporting to key stakeholders.

The role is for a large scale project in Azerbaijan and will be located in Bilasuvar.

Responsibilities not limited to;

• Lead the implementation of the project c-HSSE.
• Focal Point for all HSSE issues including environmental, safety, security, and social issues.
• Maintains and updates HSSE rules, regulations and guidelines, local/international requirements as applicable to the project.
• Advises project team on legislative changes concerning HSSE which may affect the Project.
• Develop, maintains & monitors the HSSE plans.
• Reviews and approves all EPC Contractors’ and subcontractors’ HSSE plans as required.
• Reviews non-compliance and ensures that these are adequately closed out as per the agreed timeline.
• Ensures the implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions.
• Plan, initiate and direct the development and communication of Masdar’s HSSE Policy, SSE strategic objectives and necessary reference manuals.
• Provide advice, guidance, support and assistance on all issues related to development and implementation of the HSSE program, standards, procedures, regulations, policies, objectives and emergency response.
• Plan and direct reviews of new projects to identify the HSE requirements (e.g. HSEIA, HAZOP, HAZID, HAZAN, QRA, Fire Detection & Protection Systems etc.).
• Manage liaison with specialists as required and
• Supervise EPC project teams in managing HSSE matters to complete work in line with standards and requirements.
• Liaise with technical, social manager and social supervisor/CLO, to ensure compliance to all HSSE matters.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences, social sciences, or related discipline
• Trained and certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001
• Membership in a recognized international HSSE organization is an advantage

Preferred Experience:

• At least 10 years in HSSE management in a large organization including at least 3 years in a managerial role in renewable energy projects (onshore wind is an asset).
• At least 3 years of experience in the management of international E&S requirements of IFC, EBRD, ADB at a construction site.
• Experience in CIS region gaining strong knowledge and understanding of local rules, regulations, systems, and processes related to sustainability.

Additional Information

Job-Specific Skills:

• Excellent knowledge and experience in HSSE technical related issues hazard Identification and risk assessment (design and construction).
• Clear understanding of HSSE Management System implementation and international E&S requirements.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills leading to a consultative approach within a corporate / multifunctional environment.
• Strong understanding of the complexity and challenges of driving/building a project delivery culture.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and requirements

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