Senior HSE Engineer - Plant Operations
Posted date [2026-07-31]
(ID: 48843)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
Senior HSE Engineer - Plant OperationsJob Snapshot
Role: Senior HSE Engineer - Plant Operations
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Experience: Minimum 8 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
ADNOC Group is hiring a Senior HSE Engineer - Plant Operations in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, for a specialist opportunity in the Oil and Energy industry. The role will monitor HSE performance across plant operations, verify compliance with company standards and support the effective implementation of HSE management systems.
The selected professional will conduct and oversee inspections, assess operational hazards, support incident resolution and contribute to HAZOP, HAZID, HSEIA and risk assessment studies. This position also coordinates safety training, emergency drills and improvement initiatives designed to protect personnel, plant assets and the surrounding environment.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
Industry:
Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Salary: 18000-30000 AED per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi Emirate; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior HSE Engineer - Plant Operations acts as the principal HSE contact for personnel working within the assigned facility or asset. The position translates corporate policies, ADNOC Codes of Practice and technical safety requirements into practical controls that can be applied during routine production, maintenance, equipment installation, material handling and plant shutdown activities.
Strong performance in this role reduces exposure to occupational injuries, environmental incidents, equipment damage and operational disruption. Inspection findings, risk studies and workforce training will help management identify unsafe conditions early and implement sustainable corrective measures.
Key Responsibilities
The position combines field monitoring, technical safety assessment, management-system support and workforce development.
* Monitor HSE inspections covering plant assets, equipment, materials, services and operational activities.
* Verify that inspection coverage is adequate and that inspected items satisfy applicable safety and environmental requirements.
* Review technical, project, quality and operational reports to identify HSE concerns requiring coordinated action.
* Track workforce HSE compliance and assess whether operating practices align with approved procedures.
* Participate in complex or high-impact inspections involving equipment installation, facility startup, loading, offloading and shutdown activities.
* Serve as the first point of contact for plant personnel seeking guidance on HSE management systems and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
* Explain safety, occupational health and environmental requirements in clear operational terms.
* Review purchasing standards to ensure that proposed equipment and materials comply with applicable safety codes and current technology requirements.
* Identify hazardous tasks and assess the controls required to reduce operational risk.
* Monitor the handling and disposal of hazardous waste, toxic chemicals and other controlled materials.
* Inspect personal protective equipment, emergency devices and HSE-related tools to confirm their suitability and availability.
* Recommend preventive maintenance requirements for safety equipment and protective installations.
* Follow up on safety-critical maintenance activities and verify that identified deficiencies receive timely attention.
* Contribute to plant safety programs, manuals, hazardous-area instructions, technical publications and awareness materials.
* Identify unsafe working conditions and recommend engineering, procedural or behavioural improvements.
* Prepare and update inspection schedules, checklists and hazard-survey documents for plant facilities.
* Work with HSE technical specialists on HSE Impact Assessments, HAZOP, HAZID, Root Cause Analysis and Risk Assessment studies.
* Participate in task risk assessments and other structured studies used to evaluate operational or project hazards.
* Convert study findings into practical recommendations, action plans and follow-up requirements.
* Review implemented HSE projects and improvement initiatives to determine whether expected controls remain effective.
* Audit recent HSE changes and assess their contribution to sustainable performance improvement.
* Lead housekeeping and environmental initiatives that improve safety and working conditions across the plant.
* Assess training needs based on operational hazards, inspection findings, incident trends and workforce responsibilities.
* Coordinate HSE training plans with technical specialists and management representatives.
* Conduct or facilitate safety briefings, awareness sessions and formal training programs.
* Plan, lead or monitor evacuation drills and emergency-response exercises.
* Evaluate drill performance and recommend corrective actions to improve personnel preparedness.
* Communicate updates to HSE policies, procedures, technology and operating practices.
* Provide recommendations and technical feedback to HSE Advisors and the HSE Technical Function.
* Support investigations into incidents, near misses and recurring unsafe conditions.
* Prepare routine and non-routine HSE analyses, performance reports and management updates.
* Maintain accurate records of inspections, findings, corrective actions, training and emergency exercises.
* Escalate serious hazards or unresolved compliance issues through the appropriate management channels.
* Promote consistent HSE ownership among employees, contractors and operational stakeholders.
Ideal Profile
This role is designed for an experienced HSE professional who understands the operating realities of large industrial plants. The preferred candidate can move confidently between field inspections, technical risk studies, management-system requirements and direct engagement with personnel.
Required qualifications and experience include:
* Bachelor\'s degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering or another related engineering discipline.
* At least eight years of relevant HSE experience.
* Minimum three years of experience working as a Safety Engineer or HSE Engineer.
* Background in HSE management systems, compliance monitoring and project implementation.
* Practical experience conducting inspections in operating industrial or energy facilities.
* Proven ability to deliver HSE training and workforce awareness sessions.
* Hands-on involvement in TRA, HAZID, HAZOP, PSSR and HSEIA studies.
* Experience assessing operational hazards and developing realistic control measures.
* Understanding of incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis techniques.
* Knowledge of hazardous materials, waste controls and environmental protection practices.
* Ability to review technical reports, safety procedures and inspection findings.
* Confidence coordinating with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality and project teams.
* ISO 9001 certification or relevant working knowledge.
* NEBOSH or NIOSH NPG certification.
* ISO 14001 or relevant RC certification.
* ISO 27000 certification or related awareness where applicable.
Skills Set
* HSE management systems
* Plant safety inspections
* HSE compliance monitoring
* Operational risk assessment
* Task Risk Assessment
* Hazard identification
* HAZOP studies
* HAZID studies
* Pre-Startup Safety Review
* HSE Impact Assessment
* Root Cause Analysis
* Incident investigation support
* Corrective action tracking
* ADNOC Codes of Practice
* Hazardous material control
* Waste disposal compliance
* Personal protective equipment inspection
* Safety equipment maintenance review
* Emergency evacuation planning
* Emergency drill evaluation
* HSE training delivery
* Safety awareness communication
* Inspection checklist development
* Contractor HSE monitoring
* Environmental performance initiatives
* HSE auditing and reporting
* ISO 9001 quality systems
* ISO 14001 environmental systems
* ISO 27000 awareness
* NEBOSH safety practices
Why Join Us
This position offers the opportunity to influence safety performance across complex plant operations where effective HSE controls are essential to production continuity and asset integrity. The engineer will contribute to technical studies, operational improvements and emergency-preparedness programs with a visible impact on workforce protection.
Growing attention to process safety, environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance continues to strengthen demand for experienced HSE professionals. The role provides a stable platform for developing deeper expertise in industrial risk management while working alongside operations, engineering and technical safety specialists.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a major energy organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Its operations are supported by established HSE systems, advanced industrial facilities and a strong commitment to safe production, environmental responsibility and reliable asset performance.
Function: Engineering
Salary: 18000-30000 AED per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi Emirate; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior HSE Engineer - Plant Operations acts as the principal HSE contact for personnel working within the assigned facility or asset. The position translates corporate policies, ADNOC Codes of Practice and technical safety requirements into practical controls that can be applied during routine production, maintenance, equipment installation, material handling and plant shutdown activities.
Strong performance in this role reduces exposure to occupational injuries, environmental incidents, equipment damage and operational disruption. Inspection findings, risk studies and workforce training will help management identify unsafe conditions early and implement sustainable corrective measures.
Key Responsibilities
The position combines field monitoring, technical safety assessment, management-system support and workforce development.
* Monitor HSE inspections covering plant assets, equipment, materials, services and operational activities.
* Verify that inspection coverage is adequate and that inspected items satisfy applicable safety and environmental requirements.
* Review technical, project, quality and operational reports to identify HSE concerns requiring coordinated action.
* Track workforce HSE compliance and assess whether operating practices align with approved procedures.
* Participate in complex or high-impact inspections involving equipment installation, facility startup, loading, offloading and shutdown activities.
* Serve as the first point of contact for plant personnel seeking guidance on HSE management systems and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
* Explain safety, occupational health and environmental requirements in clear operational terms.
* Review purchasing standards to ensure that proposed equipment and materials comply with applicable safety codes and current technology requirements.
* Identify hazardous tasks and assess the controls required to reduce operational risk.
* Monitor the handling and disposal of hazardous waste, toxic chemicals and other controlled materials.
* Inspect personal protective equipment, emergency devices and HSE-related tools to confirm their suitability and availability.
* Recommend preventive maintenance requirements for safety equipment and protective installations.
* Follow up on safety-critical maintenance activities and verify that identified deficiencies receive timely attention.
* Contribute to plant safety programs, manuals, hazardous-area instructions, technical publications and awareness materials.
* Identify unsafe working conditions and recommend engineering, procedural or behavioural improvements.
* Prepare and update inspection schedules, checklists and hazard-survey documents for plant facilities.
* Work with HSE technical specialists on HSE Impact Assessments, HAZOP, HAZID, Root Cause Analysis and Risk Assessment studies.
* Participate in task risk assessments and other structured studies used to evaluate operational or project hazards.
* Convert study findings into practical recommendations, action plans and follow-up requirements.
* Review implemented HSE projects and improvement initiatives to determine whether expected controls remain effective.
* Audit recent HSE changes and assess their contribution to sustainable performance improvement.
* Lead housekeeping and environmental initiatives that improve safety and working conditions across the plant.
* Assess training needs based on operational hazards, inspection findings, incident trends and workforce responsibilities.
* Coordinate HSE training plans with technical specialists and management representatives.
* Conduct or facilitate safety briefings, awareness sessions and formal training programs.
* Plan, lead or monitor evacuation drills and emergency-response exercises.
* Evaluate drill performance and recommend corrective actions to improve personnel preparedness.
* Communicate updates to HSE policies, procedures, technology and operating practices.
* Provide recommendations and technical feedback to HSE Advisors and the HSE Technical Function.
* Support investigations into incidents, near misses and recurring unsafe conditions.
* Prepare routine and non-routine HSE analyses, performance reports and management updates.
* Maintain accurate records of inspections, findings, corrective actions, training and emergency exercises.
* Escalate serious hazards or unresolved compliance issues through the appropriate management channels.
* Promote consistent HSE ownership among employees, contractors and operational stakeholders.
Ideal Profile
This role is designed for an experienced HSE professional who understands the operating realities of large industrial plants. The preferred candidate can move confidently between field inspections, technical risk studies, management-system requirements and direct engagement with personnel.
Required qualifications and experience include:
* Bachelor\'s degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering or another related engineering discipline.
* At least eight years of relevant HSE experience.
* Minimum three years of experience working as a Safety Engineer or HSE Engineer.
* Background in HSE management systems, compliance monitoring and project implementation.
* Practical experience conducting inspections in operating industrial or energy facilities.
* Proven ability to deliver HSE training and workforce awareness sessions.
* Hands-on involvement in TRA, HAZID, HAZOP, PSSR and HSEIA studies.
* Experience assessing operational hazards and developing realistic control measures.
* Understanding of incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis techniques.
* Knowledge of hazardous materials, waste controls and environmental protection practices.
* Ability to review technical reports, safety procedures and inspection findings.
* Confidence coordinating with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality and project teams.
* ISO 9001 certification or relevant working knowledge.
* NEBOSH or NIOSH NPG certification.
* ISO 14001 or relevant RC certification.
* ISO 27000 certification or related awareness where applicable.
Skills Set
* HSE management systems
* Plant safety inspections
* HSE compliance monitoring
* Operational risk assessment
* Task Risk Assessment
* Hazard identification
* HAZOP studies
* HAZID studies
* Pre-Startup Safety Review
* HSE Impact Assessment
* Root Cause Analysis
* Incident investigation support
* Corrective action tracking
* ADNOC Codes of Practice
* Hazardous material control
* Waste disposal compliance
* Personal protective equipment inspection
* Safety equipment maintenance review
* Emergency evacuation planning
* Emergency drill evaluation
* HSE training delivery
* Safety awareness communication
* Inspection checklist development
* Contractor HSE monitoring
* Environmental performance initiatives
* HSE auditing and reporting
* ISO 9001 quality systems
* ISO 14001 environmental systems
* ISO 27000 awareness
* NEBOSH safety practices
Why Join Us
This position offers the opportunity to influence safety performance across complex plant operations where effective HSE controls are essential to production continuity and asset integrity. The engineer will contribute to technical studies, operational improvements and emergency-preparedness programs with a visible impact on workforce protection.
Growing attention to process safety, environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance continues to strengthen demand for experienced HSE professionals. The role provides a stable platform for developing deeper expertise in industrial risk management while working alongside operations, engineering and technical safety specialists.
About the Company
ADNOC Group is a major energy organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Its operations are supported by established HSE systems, advanced industrial facilities and a strong commitment to safe production, environmental responsibility and reliable asset performance.
