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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal HSES Specialist - **Company:** Mcdermott View All Jobs - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb0a1869534b1a9831dea47d48ce267ac9/eaa ## About the Role Essential Qualification and Education: * Degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in HSES related field * 7-8 years of HSE Experience within the Energy Industry * NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent * Familiarity with company, facility, and project-specific HSES terms, requirements, and deliverables * Maintain key competencies associated with the HSES function * Trained and experienced ISO standards lead auditor (9001, 14001, or 45001) * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Sharepoint) and other relevant online applications * Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal ## Description The Principal HSES Specialist is tasked with solving complex HSES-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. They may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and are regarded as a specialist in the field of HSES. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in HSES and broad knowledge of the HSES discipline within the Health Safety Environment Security function. Responsibilities: Key Tasks and Responsibilities: * Develop, lead implementation, and ensure HSE Management System (HSE-MS) is in line with corporate, legislative, and client requirements * Develop an integrated approach to HSES Risk Management process * Participate and provide inputs as required and ensure mitigating controls remain suitable and sufficient * Develop and implement HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as required by Contract and in line with corporate and legislative requirements * Manage, monitor, and advise on all matters related to HSES * Provide technical and commercial support during tendering stage * Establish tangible and relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to the area of responsibility, monitor compliance, and identify trends * Planning and execution of the internal and external HSES Audits and compliance assurance programs * Complete subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification and bid evaluation process * Follow-up closeout and maintain HSES actions * Prepare HSES budget and ensure compliance * Engage in professional development to lead HSES changes in technology and systems * Supervise HSES personnel to support their professional development through competency assurance programs * Lead Incident Investigations and Root Cause Analysis * Proactive client interface * Guide the production of HSES information, training, education, and awareness material for the Project and business line * Develop and maintain Emergency Procedures * Maintain a high standard of safe working practice, quality, and productivity, and ensure compliance with the code of business conduct * Coordinate Project HSES activities * Conduct business travel as necessary to support project/operations requirements * Communicate with and advise management on issues and concerns relating to projects and site operations requiring HSE support and guidance * Communicate, present, or justify overall HSE performance to management as necessary ## Related Videos - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [From Tables to Graphs in Minutes: Supercharging Kusto Graph Analytics with AI-Powered Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1543-from-tables-to-graphs-in-minutes-supercharging-kusto-graph-analytics-with-ai-powered-development) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)