Job Title: Concession HSE Manager

Location: Atyrau, Kazakhstan (Project-Based)

Job Purpose

The Concession HSE Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards across all concession-based projects within the energy, oil & gas, and utility sectors. This role is integral to developing and implementing HSE strategies aligned with concession agreements and regulatory requirements. The manager acts as a key advisor to stakeholders and project leaders, ensuring sustainable, risk-mitigated operations throughout the concession lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HSE Management

• Design, implement, and maintain a concession-specific HSE management system in accordance with international standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Align all HSE activities with concession contract obligations and corporate sustainability goals.
• Support engineering and O&M teams by integrating HSE protocols into concession project planning and lifecycle management.

Risk & Compliance Oversight

• Conduct detailed risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and environmental impact reviews.
• Monitor all contractors and subcontractors for HSE compliance and intervene in case of deviations.
• Ensure readiness for audits and regulatory inspections; lead internal and external HSE audits.

Training & Culture Building

• Develop and deliver targeted HSE training programs for all levels of staff and contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture through active engagement, recognition programs, and communication campaigns.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; recommend and implement corrective actions.

Reporting & Coordination

• Establish and track HSE performance metrics and KPIs aligned with project and concession goals.
• Report HSE statistics, trends, and improvement plans to senior leadership and relevant authorities.
• Liaise with local regulatory bodies to ensure timely renewal of permits, licenses, and compliance documentation.

Emergency Preparedness

• Implement and regularly test emergency response plans tailored to concession infrastructure risks, including power plants and oil & gas facilities.

   

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:

  Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of total working experience.
• At least 3 years in a relevant HSE management role in energy or infrastructure projects.
• GCC region experience (2 years minimum) is an advantage.

   

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• HSE risk management, regulatory compliance, and EHS audits
• Emergency response planning and environmental impact assessment
• HAZOP/HAZID knowledge and incident investigation
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and local EHS standards
• ERP systems proficiency, with preference for SAP