Project QHSE-S Engineer

Develop or contribute to the development of QHSE-S policies and standards for own field or discipline and ensure implementation within the DEME Group. Follow up on compliance with policies by proactively planning, monitoring and/or conducting audits and inspections. Supervise and control the implementation, configuration and management of approved corrective and preventive measures.

Analyse, develop, maintain and report on qualitative and quantitative data regarding procedures, processes, systems and tools for own (functional) area from all departments and from the market while considering the needs of the business.

Stimulate QHSE-S awareness in accordance with the management system specifications in all employees by developing training courses, organising events and sharing knowledge on (changes in) own functional area. Act as an ambassador for QHSE-S and promote discussions on important QHSE-S topics.

Provide detailed QHSE-S advice and signal risks and opportunities to the management and other stakeholders on the responsible area of expertise.

Document activities and the progress thereof, as well as potential risks, provide insights regarding quantitative and qualitative developments by means of periodical and ad hoc reports, within relevant systems.

Establish policies and procedures for content management and document control on a corporate level and/or collect, manage, control and archive project-related documents and publications for HQ, projects and equipment.

Initiate, develop and maintain constructive relations with internal stakeholders, suppliers, subcontractors and interest groups and if required, act as the intermediate function between the QHSE-S department and client, area, project or authorities prior, during and after the project.

Ensure or contribute to the monitoring of (subareas of) QHSE-S practices (on the project) through regular checks and inspections and discuss observations with Project Management or client.

Organise the team. Select, plan, lead and develop team members accordingly and assure adequate training of personnel.

Analyse tender documents/contracts to identify any special QHSE-S requirements, manage compliance with (local) legislation and client requirements. Determine, establish and/or contribute to the objectives in the scope of (subareas of) QHSE-S together with the Project Manager, assess risks and set up risk management procedures.

Ensure follow up of audits (documentation, assessments and execution of preventive/ corrective actions).

A relevant bachelor's or Master's degree typically in engineering, safety engineering, technical field or a specialization in energy/environmental management.

Experience in construction, civil or dredging works is preferred.

Understanding of marine working environments, vessel-based operations, nearshore/offshore site conditions is essential.

Maintain and control QHSE-S practices on dredging sites, offshore barges, vessels, and marine equipment.

Experience with safety and QHSE management systems.

Ability to conduct audits and inspections of dredging machinery, floating equipment, pipelines, dredgers, and support vessels.

Ability to identify and evaluate QHSE-S risks such as marine traffic, dredging activities, lifting operations, confined spaces on vessels, and participate in or lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.

Prepare QHSE-S reports, manage project safety documentation, KPIs, update management systems, support QHSE campaigns, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Understanding of national and regional HSE regulations and ensuring their application on projects.

Ability to work efficiently and systematically with strong organizational skills.

Proactive mindset with initiative, strong teamwork spirit, and the ability to collaborate with multinational teams.

Analytical thinking and high accuracy in execution.

Willingness to work on site anywhere in India or abroad in demanding marine environments.

Willingness to work under 2:1 rotational work schedule.

Comfortable working in frequently changing environments especially due to the nature of dredging operations.

Fluency in English (written and spoken).

An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.

A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.

A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.

A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.

You will be part of an international and multicultural team of colleagues with a group that is worldwide active and contains many nationalities.