Wood is currently inviting applications of Lead Technical Safety Engineers with experience in FPSO / offshore industry to be based in UAE
The job requires the design safety expertise to carry out the HSE related activities for oil & gas projects. HSE Engineer will be expected to assume significant technical responsibility and help with managing the day-to-day execution of the project activities.
To control a team including checking of deliverables prepared by other HSE Engineers within the HSE group
Deputizing for lead engineer where required
Contribute to the design of engineering solutions and produce detailed designs and specifications.
Prepare and review deliverables to meet specific project requirements including:
- Project HSE Plans
- HSE Philosophies
- Fire & Gas System Specification
- Active and Passive Fire Protection
- Fire Fighting Layouts
- Fire and Gas Detection Layouts
- Safety Key Plans
- Hazardous Area Classification Layouts
- Engineering Studies Reports (Gas Dispersion Analysis, Fire and Explosion, etc.)
Be proficient in using software required for carrying out various HSE studies
Preparation of loss prevention design documents including, Firewater Systems, hydraulic calculations, fire protection layouts, safety equipment layouts, fire proofing design, F&G cause & effect diagrams, F&G detection layouts, firefighting and safety equipment specifications (including clean Gas agent), Fire Protection Design Basis, Fire & Gas Philosophies
In-depth knowledge and experience of various safety studies and workshops like HAZID, HAZOP, SIL etc. is essential and should be able to review 3rd party studies such as QRA, HSEIA etc.
Manage the technical aspects of procurement of equipment and services including preparation of requisitions, technical bid evaluation, vendor data review, scope development and management.
Management of third party suppliers in the execution of engineering delivery
Be proficient in interpreting P&IDs, Cause and Effects charts, Environmental Data, and use the information for interdisciplinary support
Experience of directing Management of Change (MOC) reviews
Able to interrogate and review 3rd party HSE studies such as QRA, FERA., EERA etc. as required
Able to perform Physical Hazard Effects (PHE) modelling using PHAST (or similar) as required
Co-ordinating with other disciplines during all stages of design development, construction, pre-commissioning, and start-up
Be proficient with UAE and international Codes and Standards, Industry Best Practice and Safety Regulations
Provide assistance in Manhours estimation and scheduling for project proposal
Strong commitment to safety
Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor or equivalent degree in Chemical / loss prevention / environmental
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Technical Safety in Oil & Gas Industry
FPSO / Offshore experience is mandatory
Experience of Concept / FEED / Detailed Design project phases
Be able to work in a team environment and handle multiple project responsibilitie
Experience of working with multi-national and multi-cultural project teams is preferred
Good knowledge on regulatory framework and associated legislation, international codes and standards is required
Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
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