Project EHS Manager

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Core Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate Environment, Health and Safety management for the project. Translate contractual, legal, project and Siemens Energy requirements into an effective project EHS system that enables safe execution, transparent assurance and continual improvement across project and contractor interfaces.

• Lead EHS governance : Establish and maintain the Project EHS Plan, objectives, responsibilities, reporting and assurance arrangements; integrate EHS into project planning and change management.
• Assure compliance : Coordinate applicable Siemens Energy, contractual, project and legal requirements; manage project, supplier and subcontractor EHS interfaces.
• Manage risk and incidents : Coordinate risk assessments, emergency preparedness, incident reporting and investigations; verify effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor performance : Plan inspections and audits, monitor agreed indicators and actions, escalate deviations, and provide decision-ready EHS reporting.
• Build capability and culture : Promote Zero Harm, Stop Work responsibility, workforce engagement and learning; define competency needs and coach project and site personnel.
  
  

Key Accountabilities And Deliverables

• Prepare, implement and maintain the Project EHS Plan, EHS requirements register, risk register and action tracking.
• Review supplier and subcontractor EHS plans, competencies, risk assessments, method statements and emergency arrangements.
• Coordinate EHS oversight for applicable construction, installation, commissioning, logistics, testing, FAT and site activities.
• Lead or coordinate incident investigations, inspections, audits and management reviews; verify timely and effective action closure.
• Prepare weekly and monthly EHS reports and provide advice to the Project Manager and project leadership.
• Lead EHS meetings, inductions, campaigns, lessons learned and external interfaces within approved governance.
  
  

Authority

• Stop or suspend work where there is imminent danger, critical deviation or unacceptable EHS risk.
• Escalate significant EHS matters directly to the Project Manager and responsible EHS management.
• Require immediate controls and corrective actions within the agreed contractual and governance framework.
  
  

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Required Profile

• Education : Degree or recognized tertiary qualification in occupational safety, engineering, environmental science or a related discipline.
• Qualifications : Recognized EHS qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, NEBOSH IGC with substantial relevant experience, or accepted equivalent.
• ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 auditor and formal Incident-investigation training preferred.
  
  

Experience : Substantial EHS experience in complex industrial projects; EPC, construction, commissioning, power generation, rotating equipment or oil and gas experience strongly preferred.

Technical skills : EHS management systems, legal and contractual compliance, risk assessment, contractor management, incident investigation, emergency preparedness, auditing and KPI reporting.

Mobility : Ability to travel and work at project, supplier, fabrication and site locations as required. Statutory appointments, work authorization, medical fitness and project-mandated competencies remain subject to confirmation before mobilization.

• Critical Skills
• Project EHS planning
• Compliance assurance
• Risk management
• Contractor EHS management
• Incident investigation
• Emergency preparedness
• Audit and inspection
• Performance reporting
• Stakeholder management
• Leadership and influencing
• Zero Harm culture
• Continuous improvement