QHSE Engineer

Job Summary:

The QHSE Engineer is responsible for supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) systems, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements, international standards, and internal policies. The role focuses on identifying operational risks, promoting safe working practices, monitoring compliance across Head Office and project sites, and contributing to the prevention of workplace incidents and environmental hazards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the effective implementation of the company’s QHSE policies, procedures, and management systems across Head Office and project sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and workplace assessments to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Monitor compliance with applicable HSE legislation, internal requirements, and relevant international standards, reporting any deviations to the concerned management.
• Coordinate with department heads and site managers to address safety concerns, implement improvement plans, and maintain safe operational conditions.
• Develop and deliver HSE induction, training, and awareness programs in coordination with HR and relevant departments to strengthen employees’ and contractors’ safety awareness.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions to avoid recurrence.
• Maintain accurate QHSE records, inspection reports, incident statistics, risk assessments, and compliance documentation in accordance with company requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audits, follow up on audit findings, and support the timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor contractors’ compliance with the company’s QHSE requirements and ensure that appropriate safety measures are applied throughout their activities.
• Identify unsafe acts and conditions, intervene when necessary to prevent potential incidents, and communicate relevant findings to the responsible personnel.
• Support the implementation of QHSE improvement initiatives, safety campaigns, and operational projects to enhance workplace safety and environmental performance.
• Prepare periodic QHSE reports and provide relevant data and recommendations to support management decisions and continuous improvement.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Health, Safety, and Environment within heavy industry, construction, or preferably the cement industry.
• Good knowledge of HSE legislation, risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation, and occupational safety practices.
• Required: OSHA General Industry and Safety Specialist certifications.
• Preferred: NEBOSH and/or IOSH certification.
• Good understanding of QHSE management systems, auditing practices, and corrective and preventive action procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with different organizational levels.
• Very good command of English.