ABOUT THE BUSINESS P&O Maritime Logistics (POML) is a leading provider of marine solutions with focus on offshore energy, port services and logistics. The company provides a wide portfolio of value-added marine services and ability to integrate these offerings for its customers – always with safety and the environment at the forefront.
Headquartered in Dubai, the company has operations globally across all seven continents.
In July 2019, Topaz Energy and Marine was acquired by DP World, merged with P&O Maritime and started operating under the P&O brand as P&O Maritime Logistics.
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Based at the Corporate Office in Dubai, the Head of HSSEQ will lead the development and implementation of all health, safety, security, environmental, and quality policies and procedures. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations, promoting a safe work environment, and driving continuous improvement in HSSEQ performance across all company operations.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategic HSSEQ Leadership and Policy Development
Lead the strategic development and implementation of HSSEQ policies and corporate standards that align with the overall business goals of P&O Maritime Logistics and DP World. Influence organizational culture by embedding HSSEQ considerations into corporate decision-making processes and ensuring these policies support sustainable business practices. Provides strategic oversight and guidance to the company’s QHSE Teams, ensuring they achieve or surpass targets and standards for safety, quality, and legislative compliance. Facilitates coordination and alignment of objectives across teams through indirect leadership and collaborative support. Champions the development of a proactive safety culture across the company by promoting practices that prioritize understanding over blame, learning from near misses, and empowering all employees to contribute to safety initiatives. Ensures that these practices are embedded in daily operations to enhance overall safety awareness and performance.
Risk Management and Strategic Mitigation
Identify critical HSSEQ risks to the organization, prioritizes these risks based on potential impact, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
HSSEQ Performance and Integration
Integrate HSSEQ performance metrics into the company's overall SVP system. Develop and oversee a dashboard of HSSEQ metrics that are regularly reported to the CEO and the board, facilitating strategic decisions based on HSSEQ performance insights.
Stakeholder Engagement and Corporate Representation
Act as the primary HSSEQ representative in executive discussions and external engagements, including negotiations with clients, partnerships, and regulatory bodies. Ensure that HSSEQ issues are given a voice at the highest level, and foster strong relationships with external stakeholders to enhance the company's reputation in HSSEQ excellence.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Lead initiatives to continuously improve HSSEQ practices through the adoption of new technologies, processes, and best practices. Foster a culture of innovation within the HSSEQ team to explore and implement solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship across all operations.
Decarbonization
Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive decarbonization strategy that aligns with global environmental standards and the company’s sustainability goals. This includes setting clear, measurable objectives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all maritime operations.
Emergency Response
Coordinates the development and implementation of comprehensive emergency response strategies across the Division. Ensures readiness and effectiveness by facilitating regular training sessions, drills, and review processes, and by supporting QHSE Teams in maintaining high standards of preparedness for any emergency situations.
Incident Investigation
Lead on high-severity actual and potential incidents as per the POML Incident Management Standard, using a systematic approach to identify root causes and implement preventive measures. Ensures lessons are learned and disseminated across the organization to prevent future occurrences and enhance safety protocols.
POML Assurance Program
Oversees the POML Assurance Program to ensure robust compliance and quality across all operational activities. Monitors program effectiveness, identifies areas for improvement, and collaborates with QHSE teams to implement enhancements that strengthen assurance processes and outcomes.
External Audit
Client OVMSA and ISO Audit Coordination: Coordinates and manages all aspects of client OVMSA and ISO audit processes. Ensures thorough preparation, facilitates smooth execution of audits, and addresses findings promptly. Maintains compliance with industry standards and strengthens client trust through diligent audit management.
Maritime Security
Guides the enhancement of maritime security measures across the company by providing expert oversight and strategic direction. Collaborates with QHSE teams to assess security risks, develop and implement robust security protocols, and ensure continuous improvement in response to evolving threats and regulatory changes.
Industry Committees
Represents the company on industry committees, providing leadership and expert insights to shape sector-wide standards and practices. Engages in collaborative discussions and initiatives to advocate for the company’s interests and contribute to the advancement of industry regulations and guidelines.
Compliance
Ensures stringent adherence to compliance standards across the company by monitoring regulatory requirements and internal requirements including DP World. Facilitates regular audits and reviews, and works collaboratively with QHSE teams to address discrepancies, ensuring all operations consistently meet legal and ethical standards.
QUALIFICATIION & EXPERIENCE
Appropriate experience in the maritime offshore and/or port services industry Degree level or above in HSSEQ/ Bachelor’s degree 10+ years’ experience in the Offshore support industry. 10+ years’ experience in a Management role, including at least 5 years in direct. QHSE Management experience in Offshore support industry/marine operations.
KEY ATTRIBUTES:
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term strategies that integrate safety, health, security, environmental, and quality considerations into the company's overall business goals. Leadership Skills: Strong leadership capabilities to guide and influence teams, fostering a culture of safety and compliance through example and effective management. Analytical Skills: Proficient in analyzing data and trends to identify risk areas and improvement opportunities within HSSEQ practices. Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to clearly convey information and engage effectively with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders. Problem-Solving Skills: Expertise in identifying problems, analyzing root causes, and implementing practical and timely solutions. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing regulations and conditions in the industry, incorporating new standards and practices into the organizational framework efficiently. Detail-Oriented: Attentiveness to detail when creating and implementing HSSEQ policies to ensure no element is overlooked that might compromise the organization's compliance and safety. Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive relationships with team members, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities. Integrity: High level of integrity and professionalism, advocating for and upholding stringent ethical standards and compliance with all regulations.* Proact
