HSSE Officer – Plant Safety & Environment

About the role

The HSSE Officer will support the implementation, monitoring and enforcement of health, safety, security and environment activities at the plant. The role ensures compliance with legal requirements, organisational standards and contractual obligations while protecting people, equipment and the environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on risk assessment and hazard prevention for operational activities.
• Attend contractor and vendor meetings to advise on HSSE performance and standards.
• Assist in implementing the plant’s HSSE management system, including emergency preparedness.
• Conduct daily site HSSE tours, monitor performance, and produce regular HSSE reports.
• Support the work permit system to ensure safe execution of isolation, shutdowns and commissioning.
• Develop emergency drill scenarios, run mock drills and respond to incidents promptly.
• Maintain relationships with regulators, emergency services, contractors and local authorities.
• Help deliver HSSE training and promote a strong HSSE culture on site.

Required profile

• Thorough knowledge of local and international HSSE standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental or Engineering (or equivalent).
• Certification from a recognised HSSE institution (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA, IOSH, IEMA).
• 3‑5 years HSSE experience in the utilities/energy sector; floating solar PV experience preferred.
• Professional membership with an international HSSE body.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage people.

Required skills

• Emergency preparedness and management
• Emergency planning and response
• Work permit system
• HSSE management systems
• HSSE training delivery