HSE Manager

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of approximately 4,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 10,000 worldwide.

What You Will Drive

• Support senior and plant management in implementing company, regulatory, and client HSE requirements and annual objectives.
• Define and execute annual HSE objectives, KPIs, and action plans in alignment with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and O&M plant standards.
• Serve as a strategic advisor, coaching line management to ensure HSE ownership at all operational levels.
• Develop, maintain, and act as custodian of the HSEMS and Environmental Management System, ensuring they remain fit for purpose throughout the plant lifecycle.
• Oversee all documentation, procedures, SOPs, safe work instructions, checklists, and audits required for plant operations.
• Ensure compliance with STP‑specific regulatory frameworks, including environmental permits, discharge criteria, chemical storage, waste handling, and confined space legislation.
• Lead the plant HSE team (Safety Officers, Environmental Advisor, Permit Coordinators).
• Manage recruitment, competency assessments, performance reviews, and mentoring of HSE personnel.
• Ensure adequate HSE staffing coverage for 24/7 O&M activities (shift operations).
• Oversee PTW, LOTO, and energy isolation controls for all maintenance and operational tasks.
• Lead risk assessments for all O&M operations, including:
  • H₂S and toxic gases
  • Confined spaces
  • Biological, chemical, and pathogen exposure
  • High‑voltage electrical panels and MCC rooms
  • ATEX hazardous zones
  • Sludge handling, centrifuges, thickening, pumps, and rotating equipment
• Ensure process safety controls are applied to prevent incidents, releases, or plant upset conditions.
• Develop, maintain, and test a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for O&M operations (gas release, chemical spills, equipment failure, fire, medical emergencies).
• Coordinate emergency drills with local authorities, medical services, civil defense, and the client.
• Ensure availability and readiness of emergency equipment.
• Lead incident investigations using approved methodologies (ICAM, TapRooT, 5‑Why).
• Prepare and submit formal investigation reports and ensure close-out of corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform trend analysis and develop action plans to systematically reduce incidents.
• Provide safety assurance during audits, plant reviews, and operational updates, and lead the follow‑up and close-out of all actions from internal and external HSE audits.
• Ensure data integrity and timely submission of monthly HSE performance reports to management and the client.
• Monitor contractor compliance and integrate subcontractor activities into the plant’s OSHMS.
• Identify training needs and coordinate safety training programs with HR/Training.
• Promote a culture of care, trust, hazard awareness, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the company during HSE meetings with clients, consultants, regulators, and external authorities.
• Participate in early outage planning workshops to define scope, risks, constraints, and resource requirements.
• Develop a dedicated Outage HSE Plan addressing shutdown risks, temporary works, emergency arrangements, and contractor coordination.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and process engineering to ensure safe process bypassing during outages.

You're a Great Fit if You Have

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management, with proven experience in O&M, utilities, process plants, or industrial operations.
• Demonstrated experience working in multicultural environments across the Middle East.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (essential).
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent; or Post Graduate Diploma or Post Graduate Degree in a related discipline (essential).
• ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor certification; OSHA training/certification (essential).
• IOSH Certified Member.
• Formal training in incident investigation methodologies (e.g., ICAM, TapRooT) is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of PTW, LOTO, confined spaces, H₂S, ATEX, electrical safety, and chemical hazards.
• Additional HSE credentials related to high‑risk operations are an advantage.
• Fit to work in industrial environments and shift‑based operations.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us

• Exciting Projects
• Career Growth
• Diverse Team
• Competitive Benefits
• Positive Workplace Culture

Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.