3 Industrial Hygiene jobs in Qatar

Job description:

Job Purpose

• Contribute to the development of the Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene Services
• Being proactive and showing initiative to improve practice
• Follow up on important industry changes regarding monitoring and controlling of industrial hygiene risks
• Establish relationship with various entities within NOC

JOB DIMENSIONS

Job holder is responsible for the execution of the Health and Industrial Hygiene programs including the Industrial hygiene Risk Assessment at the offshore sites. Industrial hygiene (IH) surveys consist of 'non-exhaustive list: Noise monitoring and mapping, air quality measurement, chemical measurement, manage Chemwatch system, benzene and other volatile organic compounds exposure.

Reports to:

N+1: Industrial Hygiene Lead

N+2: Health and Industrial Hygiene Manager

CONTEXT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent contact with authorities, partners, contracting companies, HSE personnel and Al-Shaheen sites
• Periodic IH inspections to onshore and offshore sites
• The position is full time, based in Doha with multiple visits to offshore sites

Key Accountabilities

• Perform IH risk assessment on chemical, physical and biological workplace hazards and follow up on action plans (offshore and onshore)
• Develop Industrial Hygiene Risk Assessment Files as a result of the risk assessment activities
• Liaise with operational sites to check and review air quality data monitoring
• Act as an administrator for the Chemical Database software and cascade training.
• Perform toxicological reviews of new chemicals introduced into operations and assess potential health risks
• Measure noise and organise vibration surveys on offshore production platforms and provide technical support to HSE superintendents
• Support and advise company Radiation Protection Officers and the Environment department on ionising radiation and radioactivity health matters
• Develop and update company procedures to complete the Health and Industrial Hygiene CMS
• Assist in the selection and calibration of IH equipment
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Health and Industrial Hygiene awareness campaigns
• Participate in carrying out Health and IH inspections and audits
• Actively search for new industry best practice regarding monitoring and controlling industrial hygiene risks
• Participate in the trainings set up by the department to grow the job applicant's skills and knowledge in IH
• Conduct real-time monitoring and long-term sampling for airborne contaminants, including VOCs, hydrocarbons, and particulates.
• Evaluate and interpret exposure data using statistical tools and occupational exposure limits (OELs), including TLVs, RELs, and WELs.

Competencies Delegate Appropriately and Communicate Effectively Demonstrate Adaptability in Managing Complex Situations Demonstrate Learning Agility and Drive Innovation Develop Emotional Intelligence and Cultural Competence Develop Others and Institutionalise Knowledge Develop Talent for the Future NOC Sustainability Facilitate Collaboration and Sense of Community Improve Safety, Technical Proficiency and Results Lead By Example with NOC Values Set Purpose, Strategic Direction and Company Plan Strengthen Accountability and Continuous Improvement Think and Act in Stakeholder-Centric Ways Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or health science
• Strong analytical skills
• Good knowledge of chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics
• Punctual, versatile, rational personality and demonstrating good communication skills
• Proficient in English language
• Health, Safety, Environment, and/or Industrial Hygiene previous experience (preferential)
• Nationals are preferred for this position.

Job description:

Job Purpose

• Plan, execute and supervise the Industrial Hygiene Program (IHP), which aims to protect employees, contractors and visitors from unacceptable exposure to occupational health risks at all QatarEnergy LNG's Operational (OPCO) Units and Assets, as well as Shutdown activities in offshore and onshore work activities.

Job Context & Major Challenge(s)

• Ability to provide technical consultation and problem solving on complex Industrial Hygiene issues.
• In-depth knowledge in anticipating and identifying all possible occupational hazards and measuring limits of exposures to determine the ways of workers protections. Tackle Industrial Hygiene hazards such as physical (Noise & Heat), Chemical or Biological which are treated in accordance with established Company policies, Government laws and specialized technical standards.
• Lead the team in setting priorities based on health risk assessment (HRA) and cost benefit. Conduct presentations at Management levels for all Industrial Hygiene parameters, KPIs and management goals.
• Specialised technical inputs in applying long term solutions to health risks, and guide workforce to identify and implement engineering controls rather temporary solutions such as personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Active involvement in the Shutdowns in all locations of the company (huge spread of work) in onshore and offshore shutdown, projects and on drilling sites, with big focus on Industrial Hygiene, Radiation and Worker's welfare issues.

Safety Health & Environment

• Ensure   all   activities are undertaken in compliance with Company Safety, Health and Environment and Quality policies, regulations and standards.

Key Job Accountabilities - I

• Lead a team of specialists in the areas of Industrial hygiene, Welfare, and Radiation Protection, to support normal operational Assets (OPCO) and Shutdown in offshore and onshore work activities across Company. Coordinate within the company as well as with all contractors and subcontractors engaged to deliver a safe and successful Industrial Hygiene Program implementation.
• Manage the implementation of Industrial Hygiene Program (IHP) and Annual Action Plan at OPCO facilities and planned Shutdown in offshore and onshore locations, ensuring compliance with relevant industrial hygiene standards. Facilitate HSE meetings and deliver presentations at management levels, while managing KPIs in collaboration with the concerned authorities to review activities and findings associated with the Industrial Hygiene Program.
• Lead analysis of workplace health issues raised at OPCO facilities and Shutdown locations, both offshore and onshore, communicating these issues to corporate HSEQ team, and proposing recommendations to minimize health risks.
• Facilitate and supervise the development and review of internal and external industrial hygiene procedures including Safe Work Practices (SWPs), as directed by the Head of Industrial Hygiene, ensuring all procedures are in line with local, national, and international regulations and standards, as well as overall HSEQ objectives.

Key Job Accountabilities - II

• Organize and supervise the programme for inspections and audits on food and welfare activities, heat stress management, industrial hygiene and radiation safety to confirm the implementation of IHP in OPCO facilities and Shutdown locations in offshore and onshore.
• Lead the organization and execution of industrial hygiene workshops, and design and implement applicable workplace health protection trainings on various industrial hygiene and worker welfare issues. Participate in business-level risk assessments actively to ensure the implementation of adequate controls for identified risks.
• Lead corporate level initiatives on worker welfare and food safety, coordinating with contractors and other stakeholders (RLIC, MOPH), implementing the initiatives effectively and showcasing the Company's best practices for worker welfare to protect and enhance QatarEnergy LNG's reputation.
• Coordinate and supervise the program to verify the compliance of the Radiation safety measures across OPCO facilities and Shutdown locations in offshore and onshore locations and to serve as the first point of contact for external regulatory bodies, e.g., Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC).
• Lead interface with the Medical Department to ensure solutions for any health issues related to occupational health hazards, food safety, worker welfare or radiation safety.
• Manage and facilitate any high-level incident investigations and cold eye reviews on IH, Worker welfare and radiation safety issues on behalf of corporate HSEQ.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, chemical/mechanical engineering or chemistry, or environmental health. Masters' degree or any advanced certificate degree in industrial hygiene is highly desirable.

Knowledge and/or Experience

• Minimum 10 years' related experience including a minimum 5 years' experience at a supervisory level within the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
• Minimum 3 years managing teams and coordinating strategic level industrial hygiene or similar projects.

Technical and Business Skills

• Proficient in written and spoken English and the ability to perform presentations and to produce technical reports.
• Computer Literacy (MS Office).