Job purpose:

HSSEQ Officer is responsible to ensure and deliver front-line HSSEQ support and oversight with the operational teams, ensuring availability at vessels and worksites, so that the highest HSSEQ performance standards are achieved and maintained. Additionally, the role demands an active understudy and engagement of all HSSEQ matters in support of HSSEQ Team members to effectively cover HSSEQ Officers’/Managers vacation/absence periods. Ensure regular, active availability at vessels and worksites, including offshore activities, where required & in accordance to terms of contractual agreement.

Location: Azerbaijan

Direct Reporting Line:   HSSEQ Manager.

Key accountabliities: 

Promoting A Strong, Pro-Active Safety Culture

Ensure the Company’s Safety Culture is promoted and maintained to the highest possible standards, in all locations, through;

• Active engagement with all employees on HSE-related issues
• Promoting open dialogue between all employees and departments on means to drive and improve
• Participating in & providing input to HSE-related meetings and inspections
• Actively promoting the Company’s Control of Work processes and safe working practices
• Induct current and new employees and crew on company HSSEQ policies and procedures

Delivery of HSSEQ Services

• To ensure compliance where appropriate with the Company’s procedures and policies in compliance with ISO 45001:2018, 14001:2015 9001:2015, ISM & MLC & ISPS, International industry & local legal requirements.
• Follow company SMS & BMS Requirements, HSSEQ scope requirements, as defined by HSSEQ manager
• Support assigned vessels & office with implementation of SVP (Self-Verification Program)
• Monitoring data sets in order to assist HSSEQ Manager in identifying performance trends
• Draft and preparation of Safety Flashes and Bulletins for approval by HSSEQ Manager and/or Head of HSSEQ, prior to publication
• Draft and preparation of any materials required for local HSSEQ Initiatives
• As directed by HSSEQ Manager, liaise with Clients’ HSE representatives for provision of reports and data
• Support the HSSEQ Team in ensuring the implementation of an effective Safety Culture
• Ensure HSSEQ data and records are managed and stored for efficient reference
• Control Equipment calibration (Gas detectors, Sound & Alcohol Meters)
• Coach the vessel crew, office and workshop employees to ensure compliance with the Company Safety Management System
• Review the quality of CoW surveys & Emergency drills provided by each vessel on monthly basis.
• Conduct CoW Assessment during vessel visits & Attend min 1 HSE meeting onboard per month
• Conduct Internal audits at all vessel & suppliers audits as per SVP schedule.
• Conduct 6 monthly Generic Risk Assessment Data Base review exercise
• Control Quality of onboard vessel specific Risk Assessments
• Provision of induction, internal and external trainings as required
• Monthly SOC Analysis & Safety champions nominations for best SOCs
• Assist vessels and worksites in the safe management of tasks, implementation of Control of Work systems and maintenance of all safe working practices
• Support HSSEQ Champion program
• Support company with maintaining up to date Environmental aspect and impact register
• To support any other duties, as per management request.

Conduct of Audits & Inspections

• Undertake, report and manage actions arising from vessel audits & inspections, to provide oversight of;
• on-board safety & vessel management
• level of crews’ safety culture & safety awareness
• effectiveness of on-board SMS implementation
• proactive awareness of on-board improvement opportunities and potential non-conformities
• In conjunction with directions from the Regional HSSEQ function, conduct internal audits in other business units as required

Incidents & Lessons Learnt

• Provide on-the-ground assistance to investigations and associated follow-up actions
• Ensure an appropriate level of HSSEQ representation and involvement during client-led investigations

Minimum qualifications:

• Professional Qualification or Certification in HSSEQ related field
• NEBOSH preferred
• DPA and CSO qualification preferred

Minimum experience:

• Must have 2 years’ experience in the implementation of Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental programs preferably dealing with offshore supply vessels.
• Internal auditor for ISO 45001:2018, 14001:2015 9001:2015 (Lead Auditor preferred)
• Experienced Mariner preferred.

Generic skills:

• Strong, clear communication skills particularly in regard to maintenance of HSSEQ standards
• Experience of interfacing with clients and meeting their demands in relation to implementation and management of HSSEQ-specific aspects
• Must have good working knowledge of ISM and ISPS codes, other standards (MLC, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISO, OHSAS, etc.) and statutory regulations relating to vessel operations.
• Experience in conducting and reporting incident investigations
• Good Communication skills in English & Azeri is a must

P&O Maritime Logistics Beacons:

‘Creating Growth’ – We take care of our heritage and are ready for tomorrow.

‘Driving Results’ – If you have the capability you have the duty.

‘Making others excel’ – We create an environment where others succeed.

‘Adapting and Evolving’ – We are always curious. To us, status quo is regress.

Candidates who meet the requirements above can submit their CVs through link email by specifying the Job Title in the subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the further stages of the recruitment process.

Deadline 30.04.2022.