Principal Safety Engineering Manager

1 month ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Wood PLC Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Safety Engineering Manager to join our team at Wood PLC. As a key member of our engineering department, you will be responsible for leading technical safety activities on major oil and gas projects.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be accountable for providing expert technical guidance on safety-related matters, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that all project deliverables meet the required standards for health, safety, and environmental performance.

Specific duties include:
  • Leading and coordinating technical safety studies, such as HAZOP, HAZID, and SIL classification.
  • Developing and implementing safety philosophies and fire, spill, and gas detection philosophies.
  • Conducting firewater and foam demand calculations.
  • Performing hydraulic analysis of firewater and foam networks.
  • Designing active fire protection systems, including deluge and foam systems.
  • Preparing fire fighting system P&IDs.
  • Hazardous area classification.
  • Defining fireproofing requirements for critical structures, equipment supports, and pipe racks.
  • Liaising with vendors to procure safety-related equipment and services.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:
  • A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as chemical engineering or loss prevention.
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on technical safety.
  • Proven expertise in regulatory frameworks and associated legislation, international codes, and standards.
  • Experience working on concept, FEED, and EPC project phases.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, delivering solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. With a presence in 60 countries and a workforce of around 35,000 people, we offer a unique opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.

Career Development

We are committed to supporting the career development of our employees, with opportunities for training, professional certification, and progression within the company.

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