Project HSE Offshore Lead at an Upstream Oil and Gas Company via IOTA Group – Port Harcourt

An undisclosed upstream oil and gas operator is recruiting a Project HSE Offshore Lead in Port Harcourt through IOTA Group. The role provides HSE governance, risk oversight and operational assurance across offshore project packages, including wellhead platform and SURF activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement project HSE strategy, annual plans and corporate controls across offshore construction packages.
• Coordinate HSE committees, permit-to-work reviews, job-risk assessments, SIMOPS, readiness reviews, inspections and audits.
• Maintain the hazard and risk register, verify critical barriers and apply ALARP principles and management-of-change controls.
• Oversee contractor HSE performance, site assurance, incident investigation and follow-up of corrective actions.
• Support offshore package readiness, safe mobilisation, equipment inspections and project phase transitions.
• Produce accurate HSE reporting, risk communication and recommendations for project teams and management.
• Coordinate stakeholders and promote continuous improvement in HSE systems and practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or a Science discipline.
• Ten or more years in Health, Safety and Environment roles, with operational oil and gas experience.
• Lead-auditor certification in an ISO standard such as 14001, 45001 or 9001.
• Knowledge of HSE management systems, contractor management and offshore oil and gas operations.
• Strong communication, procedure-writing, audit, investigation, risk-analysis and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.