HSE Manager

Site HSE Manager

Location: France Contract: Site-Based Contract Position Duration: ASAP Start - End of Year

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Site HSE Manager to support a major energy infrastructure project operating within a live brownfield production environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of Health, Safety and Environmental performance across all project activities while construction works are executed alongside ongoing operations. The successful candidate will act as the lead HSE focal point on site, managing contractor compliance, driving safety culture, coordinating risk management activities and interfacing with project stakeholders at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of site HSE plans, procedures and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, project requirements and contractor management systems.
• Review and monitor subcontractor HSE plans and performance.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and safety walks.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings and awareness campaigns.
• Manage environmental and waste management programmes.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and site drills.
• Monitor SIMOPS activities and ensure effective contractor coordination.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Produce regular HSE reports and performance metrics.
• Engage with client representatives, contractors and project leadership teams.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement across the project.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 10-15 years' HSE experience within major industrial or energy projects.
• Previous experience as a Site HSE Manager, Lead HSE Advisor, HSE Lead or similar senior site position.
• Strong background in one or more of the following sectors: Oil & Gas LNG Gas Storage Petrochemical Refining Energy Infrastructure Heavy Industrial Construction.
• Proven experience working on brownfield or operational facilities.
• Strong contractor and subcontractor management experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Experience managing high-risk construction activities and SIMOPS.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and provide leadership in a fast-paced site environment.

Preferred Experience

• Candidates with previous experience working for leading EPC, engineering or industrial contractors on major energy projects will be highly regarded.