HSSE Advisor

Key Roles and Responsibilities 1. HSSE Management System and Planning Prepare the Project HSE Plan and the project HSSE management system, and submit them to NEDC HSSE for written approval before mobilization. No work can start without this approval. Set up the project HSSE organization chart, showing roles, responsibilities, authority, and who reports to whom. Put into practice and keep up to date the NEDC HSSE Management System (HSSEMS), including: o HSSE Policy (NEDC-HSSE-PY-01) o Electrical Safety Rules (NEDC-HSSE-GL-01) o HSE Management Plan (NEDC-HSSE-PL-04) o HSE Requirements for Contractors (NEDC-HSSE-OP-02) o Incident Management Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-SP-04) o Emergency Management Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-SP-07) o Lifting Operations Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-OP-05) o PPE Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-OP-08) o Work Safety Plan (WSP) Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-GL-02.1) o Working at Height Procedure (NEDC-HSSE-GL-06) o Hygiene Manual (NEDC-HSSE-ML-02), the Authorization Procedure, the HSE Risk Register, and the LV Disconnection and Reconnection Guidelines Keep the project in line with Omani law, including: o Labour Law (Royal Decree 53/2023) o Ministerial Decision 286/2008 on occupational health and safety o Ministerial Decision 4/2021 o Environmental Protection Law (Royal Decree 114/2001) o Traffic Law o Civil Defense rules Send NEDC a monthly progress report on how the approved Project HSE Plan is being carried out. 2. Risk Assessment, Permit to Work and Work Controls Lead and review risk assessments for all activities, including live-network work, switching, isolation and earthing, lifting, and working at height. Make sure the NEDC Permit to Work (PTW) system is used, and that Work Safety Plans (WSPs), PTWs and Letters of Authorization (LOAs) are in place before any work starts. Make sure traffic management is in place at field sites, including signs, cones and barriers, caution tape, and safe work zones. Use your stop-work authority whenever you see unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, or work on live equipment without proper controls. 3. Competency, Authorization and Training Check that every worker is trained, competent, and holds valid DCRP approval and NEDC authorization for their job before they are deployed. Keep records of authorizations, training, and competency. Track renewal dates, and remove or reassign anyone whose authorization has expired, been suspended, or does not match their task right away. Plan, deliver, and record the required training: o Safety Rules and HSSE o First Aid o Fire Fighting o Working at Height o Scaffolding o Driving Safety o Environment and Waste Management o Risk Assessment o Any HSSE courses NEDC makes mandatory Give inductions to new staff, subcontractors, and visitors. Report training details and sign-offs to NEDC. Keep valid medical fitness records for people doing safety-critical work, such as working at height, operating equipment, or driving. 4. PPE, Tools and Equipment Control Make sure only tools, equipment and PPE on the NEDC Approved List are bought and used. This includes arc-rated clothing, electrical gloves, face shields, helmets, safety footwear, and fall protection. For any item not on the list, or any alternative brand, prepare the technical specifications, certificates, test reports, and samples for NEDC HSSE to approve before anything is bought. Arrange regular inspection, maintenance, and replacement of PPE and tools, and have any rejected or non-approved items removed straight away. 5. Inspections, Audits and Corrective Actions Carry out planned and surprise HSSE inspections and audits of work sites, offices, camps, vehicles, tools, and records. Record what you find, give out corrective actions, and follow them up until they are closed within the agreed time. Go along with NEDC and third-party inspections and audits. Coordinate up to three independent third-party HSSE audits, if NEDC asks for them. Check that offices, camps, and accommodation meet Ministerial Decision 286/2008 on space, sanitation, drinking water, ventilation, fire safety, food hygiene, and waste management. 6. Incident and Near-Miss Management Make sure all incidents, near-misses, unsafe conditions, and environmental events are reported to NEDC immediately. Lead investigations with NEDC HSSE, find the root causes, and track corrective and preventive actions until they are closed. Keep incident records and man-hour records. 7. Emergency Preparedness Coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans in line with NEDC-HSSE-SP-07 and Civil Defense requirements. Organize drills and make sure first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and emergency equipment are available at all offices and in all vehicles. 8. Driving Safety and IVMS Track driving behaviour through the In-Vehicle Monitoring System (IVMS), especially speeding and seatbelt use. Prepare the monthly driving safety report for NEDC HSSE. It covers trends, repeat offenders, KPI and RAG (red/amber/green) scores, and recommended actions. Check that vehicles are roadworthy and carry the required safety equipment (first aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning beacon). Arrange retraining or removal of drivers who break the rules. 9. Environmental Management Make sure waste is handled and disposed of correctly, spills are prevented and responded to, and environmental laws are followed. Report environmental events and make sure any clean-up is done properly. 10. HSSE Reporting and KPI Performance Submit the Monthly HSSE Report through the NEDC HSSE system by the 5th of each month. It must include: o Man-hours o Staffing changes o Training o Inspections and audits o Findings and their close-out status o PTW statistics o Incidents and near-misses o Environmental events o HSSE KPIs Manage the project's monthly NEDC HSSE KPI scorecard: Work with company management to fix every non-conformance NEDC raises, so the company avoids HSSE penalties. Required: Omani national Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in HSSE, Occupational Safety, or a related field, as required by DCRP NEBOSH and/or IOSH certificate HSSE experience in utilities (preferably electrical power) or heavy industry, meeting DCRP minimum experience Proven experience with HSSE KPIs and incident reporting Must pass the NEDC interview and/or exam, and be approved by NEDC HSSE and DCRP Valid Omani (ROP) driving licence Good spoken and written Arabic and English Preferred: Experience with NEDC/Nama HSSEMS, PTW and LOA systems, and the Electrical Safety Rules Knowledge of 33kV, 11kV and LV distribution network hazards, including arc flash, switching, and isolation and earthing Experience with IVMS-based driving safety programs Experience as an internal auditor (e.g., ISO 45001 or ISO 14001)