Job Title: HSES Specialist
Organisation: McDermott
Duty Station: Buliisa, Uganda
About Organisation:
McDermott is a premier, fully-integrated provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach to design and build infrastructure solutions to responsibly transport and transform oil and gas into the products the world needs today. From concept to commissioning, our expertise and comprehensive solutions deliver certainty, innovation and added value to energy projects around the world.
Job Summary: The HSES Specialist is responsible to apply existing knowledge and experience to support routine assignments. They will use best practices and serve as a resource for line management to administer a proactive prevention program.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development and implementation of HSES plans, procedures and instructions.
- Provide HSES guidance to frontline supervision and field personnel.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to junior HSES staff.
- Assist in HSES Prequalification subcontractors and vendors.
- Monitor subcontractors and vendors to ensure compliance to safe work practices.
- Participate in risk assessments and ensure risk registries are maintained up to date.
- Participate and execute HSES activity plan.
- Develop Toolbox Talk (TBT) plan and supporting material.
- Observe / assist subcontractors during the delivery of TBTs.
- Assist with the planning of Permit to Work’s (PTW’s), conduct inspections and ensure compliance to PTW controls.
- Participate in subcontractors HSES meetings
- Assist in preparing and conducting HSES audits and inspections.
- Initiate, monitor, and report on the progress of audit and inspection findings.
- Assist in the development and implementation of HSES initiatives.
- Assist and participate in emergency response drills, including preparation of reports and inspection of equipment.
- Participate in incident investigations and prepare reports as necessary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A bachelor’s degree in science or engineering or equivalent in HSES related subject.
- NEBOSH/ OSHA certified is required
- Associate Membership – Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), NIOSH or equivalent
- ISO Management systems certified auditor (ISO 45001, 9001 & 14001)
- 5+ years of relevant HSES experience in storage tank construction, major civil works, power plants, mining and oil and gas projects
- Experience in incident management and RCA
- Conversant with local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations.
- Familiar with company and project specific HSES requirements and deliverables.
- Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function.
- Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as a team member as well as act as team leader.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 4th November 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 180