Senior HSE Advisor

SUBSEA 7 LIMITED

$100K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Desirable professional certifications (CRSP, CHSC, CMIOSH, or equivalent)
  • Experience in offshore energy, marine, subsea, or vessel operations
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian offshore HSE regulations
  • Lead Auditor qualification with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 experience
  • Good understanding of HSE legislation and offshore operations
  • Excellent communication skills to influence at all levels

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary HSE contact for projects and operations
  • Promote a positive safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Support project teams with HSE planning, risk management, and audits
  • Monitor HSE performance and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Deliver training and coaching to project and worksite personnel
  • Support emergency preparedness and readiness activities
  • Develop and maintain project HSE documentation and regulatory compliance plans

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a varied role within a reputable company
  • Full-time, permanent position in a supportive team environment
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives within HSE
  • Chance to influence safety culture and operational HSE standards
  • Collaboration with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies on HSE matters
Full Job Description
Subsea7 has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior HSE Advisor to join our UK & Global IRM team in St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada on a full-time, staff basis. As a key HSE focal point, you'll provide expert guidance to project teams, promote a strong safety culture, ensure compliance, and support the safe delivery of offshore projects.

Due to current restrictions this role is open only to external candidates with a right to work in Canada and who are based in or open to relocating permanently to the local area, however for any internal candidates who apply who don't have a right to work in Canada we can consider your application and would encourage you to reach out the recruitment team for an initial discussion.

What will you be doing?

This will be a varied role but some of the main responsibilities include:

  • Act as the HSE focal point, providing expert support across projects and operations
  • Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory, client, and Subsea7 HSEQ requirements
  • Support project teams with risk management, HSE planning, audits, inspections, and incident investigations
  • Monitor HSE performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Deliver HSE training, briefings, coaching, and guidance to project and worksite personnel
  • Support emergency preparedness activities and worksite readiness programmes
  • Develop, maintain, and review project HSE documentation, compliance plans, and regulatory registers
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers, regulators, and internal stakeholders on HSE matters
  • Support environmental management activities, including environmental compliance and hazardous substance controls
  • Contribute to tender activities, supplier assessments, and the successful delivery of offshore projects


What experience would we like you to have?

Please note, if you don't tick all the boxes below but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.

  • Degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Professional membership or certification (CRSP, CHSC, CMIOSH, or equivalent) is desirable
  • Experience supporting offshore energy, marine, subsea, or vessel operations
  • Good knowledge of Canadian offshore HSE regulations and compliance requirements
  • Lead Auditor qualification with experience of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
  • Knowledge of vessel assurance, audits, contractor management, and regulatory compliance programmes
  • Good understanding of HSE legislation and offshore operations
  • Good communication skills with the ability to influence and present at all levels
  • Proactive, solutions-focused, and highly organised, with good attention to detail
  • Collaborative team player with a flexible approach and a passion for HSE excellence


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What happens next?
If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.

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Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:
• Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role.
• We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It's your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team.
• Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission

Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps.
To find out more about Subsea7 visit our website here

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