HSE Officer - Fracturing & Testing (Rigless Operations)

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One of our International Oilfield Services client is seeking a HSE Officer to be based in Dammam, Saudi. Job Overview: To ensure full compliance with Saudi Aramco HSE standards, local regulations, and company policies during fracturing, well testing, and other rigless well intervention operations, while promoting a strong safety culture and preventing incidents, injuries, and environmental harm. Key Responsibilities: Implement and enforce Saudi Aramco HSE Management System (HSEMS) requirements during fracturing, well testing, coil tubing, nitrogen pumping, acidizing, and other rigless operations. Conduct daily site HSE inspections, audits, and safety walkthroughs. Monitor high-risk activities such as pressure testing, high-pressure pumping, well flowback, chemical handling, and confined space entry. Lead and participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Risk Assessments, and SIMOPS reviews. Verify that all permits (PTW), isolations, and barriers are correctly implemented before job execution. Identify unsafe acts/conditions and stop work when necessary under Stop Work Authority (SWA). Report, investigate, and document incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions in line with Aramco reporting requirements. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and track corrective and preventive actions to closure. Prepare incident reports and HSE performance summaries. Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings to crew members and subcontractors. Promote safety leadership and behavioral safety programs on site. Verify personnel certifications and HSE training compliance (e.g., H2S, PTW, First Aid). Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, fracturing fluids, flowback fluids, and waste. Monitor spill prevention, waste management, and environmental controls in compliance with Aramco and Saudi regulations. Lead spill response drills and environmental awareness programs. Maintain HSE records, inspection checklists, permits, and training logs. Prepare daily HSE reports, weekly statistics, and monthly KPI dashboards for management and Aramco representatives. Support Aramco audits and client inspections. Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelors degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field. Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in oil & gas operations. Proven experience of 3 years with Saudi Aramco Fracturing, Well Testing, and Rigless Operations is mandatory. Strong understanding of pressure pumping, well control basics, and well intervention hazards. Strong knowledge of Saudi Aramco HSE standards and procedures. Excellent hazard identification and risk assessment skills. Strong incident investigation and reporting skills. Ability to work under pressure in remote field locations. Prior experience working directly with Aramco is highly preferred. Certifications Required: NEBOSH IGC or equivalent OSHA / IOSH ANSI Z390 H2S Certification First Aid & Fire Fighting PTW & Risk Assessment Training Root Cause analysis Lockout Tag Out Confined Space Entry Training Fall Protection Other relevant certificates

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