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McDermott Uganda

Senior HSES Specialist

McDermott Uganda

Location

Buliisa

Category

Safety

Job Type

On-site

Work Hours

Full Time

Deadline

23rd March 2026

Job Description

The  Senior HSES Specialist uses best practices to solve work permitting HSES-related problems and uses discipline-specific knowledge to improve HSES Performance. They will act with a considerable degree of autonomy and have the ability to balance a field-based position and administrative duties. They are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and share their conceptual and practical expertise related to the HSES commissioning or operations discipline.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Focus on the coordination of field executed work during the commissioning phase with a focus on safe operational practices
  • Carry out joint pre-activity site walks to view field equipment with subcontractors to verify its conditions and site environment as part of the commissioning process
  • Check the contractor's work method statement, JSEA, and other supporting documents for the work scope
  • Coach less experienced personnel on relevant HSE aspects of commissioning/operations
  • Collaboration with the workforce to ensure requirements for safe execution of work are clearly understood and adhered to
  • Provide HSES leadership to ensure project priorities of safety, quality, and schedule are achieved
  • Check that all complementary/supporting documents, such as process, electrical, and mechanical isolations required, are available to ensure that the work can be performed safely
  • Use a work permit tracking system for all permits issued on-site
  • Gather all relevant information required to prepare the statistical reports, which are needed to monitor and to analyze the activities
  • Facilitate commissioning HSE training
  • Support the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
  • Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
  • Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training

Requirements, Qualifications and Competences

  • Degree/Diploma (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field
  • 4 years of experience in the Energy Industry with some period spent in commissioning or operations in a hydrocarbon facility
  • Advanced understanding of local and international HSES laws, codes, and regulations
  • Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001)
  • Ability to work as a team member as well as act as a team leader
  • Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function
  • Statistical and data analysis ability
  • Communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken
  • Computer literate in Microsoft programs: Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, Project

About McDermott Uganda

McDermott is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions for the energy industry. Trusted for our technology-driven approach, we transform global energy resources into essential products. From concept to decommissioning, our innovative expertise advances global energy infrastructure for a sustainable future. Operating in 30+ countries, our 30,000+ employees, specialized marine vessels, and global fabrication facilities drive local and global success.

 
 

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Job Overview

Status Active
Category Safety
Location Buliisa
Job Type On-site

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