HSE Manager

A leading drilling and energy services company operating in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced HSE Manager
to oversee multiple offshore jack-up rigs. The position plays a critical role in implementing the companys HSE management systems, driving a proactive safety culture, and ensuring compliance with internal and external safety standards.

• Oversee the HSE performance and compliance of approximately five offshore jack-up rigs
  , ensuring alignment with corporate HSE objectives and operational goals.
• Lead and supervise a team of HSE Specialists (rotational basis) and indirectly manage Rig Safety Coaches reporting to Offshore Installation Managers (OIMs).
• Implement and sustain the companys Safety Management System and foster a strong safety culture within operations.
• Manage and prepare for internal and external audits
  , including customer and regulatory audits. Lead root cause analyses, develop corrective action plans, and track implementation.
• Act as the primary interface with clients (notably large oil & gas operators) for all HSE-related matters, representing the company in client safety and operational meetings.
• Drive incident investigation processes
  , ensuring timely, high-quality reports and corrective actions that address root causes.
• Support and participate in the emergency response framework
  , including rig-level, operational, and corporate-level emergencies.
• Monitor and report HSE KPIs, focusing on incident reduction
  , audit findings
  , and proactive safety engagement
  .
• Champion change management and continuous improvement across all HSE processes and behaviors.

• Minimum 10 years experience
  in HSE management, with significant exposure to offshore drilling operations or oilfield services.
• Proven experience in leadership
  and managing multidisciplinary HSE teams.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks
  , client-driven audits
  , and incident management systems
  .
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
  , capable of building trust with both internal teams and demanding clients.
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and drive change within operational teams.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
  .

• Reduction in incident frequency rates (TRIR/LTI).
• Reduction in external audit findings and regulatory non-conformities.
• Timely and high-quality incident investigations.
• Demonstrated improvement in HSE culture and employee engagement.