SHEQ Advisor

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. 

In your job you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.

Make your mark as SHEQ Advisor for Boskalis Subsea Services located in Aberdeen.  As SHEQ Advisor (onshore) you will provide support, assistance and advice to the business and projects on risk management and Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) matters. You will have up to date knowledge and understanding of the requirements of applicable legislation, standards and industry guidance.  You will be an excellent communicator, demonstrate a positive attitude and be able to manage your workload in a fast paced project environment.

Your responsibilities as SHEQ Advisor:

The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to;

• Provide SHEQ support as required by projects; this shall include timely preparation of project documentation and provision of guidance on specific high risk activities (e.g. NORM Management, H2S, Working at Height).
• Assist project teams to monitor and review project risks throughout the life of project. Compile and facilitate / chair risk assessment activities.
• Support SHEQ department; this shall include carrying out SHEQ inspections, verifications and audits, the delivery of SHEQ related training / familiarization to the company and implementation of SHEQ Plan improvement activities.
• Liaise with offshore departmental representatives, project personnel and where applicable suppliers to investigate incidents and monitor corrective actions, ensuring that they are appropriately addressed and closed out.
• Monthly SHEQ performance analysis and reporting in line with project, department, company and client requirements.

You can make your mark as SHEQ Advisor if you have: 

• A relevant HSE qualification to NEBOSH certificate level and relevant Internal Auditor qualification
• Knowledge of offshore diving, ROV and subsea operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of business management systems and excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work using own initiative or as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to effectively manage own workload, and work within given timescales (both internal and external), ensuring project requirements are met.
• Adaptability and problem-solving capability.

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
• Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will receive a holiday entitlement of 34 days, a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit. There is also a range of flexible benefits you can take advantage of including the opportunity to buy additional holidays each year.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.  

Extra information

• Your team:  You will report to the SHEQ Lead and work closely together with project managers, project teams and the wider SHEQ department.
• Where you will work: Your location will be our office in Aberdeen.
• Full/part- time job: The position of SHEQ Advisor is full time, 35 hours per week.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of SHEQ Advisor.  Please contact Matthew Hurrel, Recruiter.

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.

Please note: Boskalis never requests a financial contribution to arrange visas or other documents related to a job vacancy. Be wary of individuals who pretend to be our recruiters and do ask for such contributions.

Disclaimer for Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies 

We appreciate your interest in our vacancies and understand that your candidate might be enthusiastic about this exciting opportunity. However, our recruitment process is not structured this way, at Boskalis we handle recruitment ourselves. Therefore, we do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies. Any submission will be treated as a direct application.