Main Purpose:

The Country HSSE Manager will lead and implement Puma Energy’s Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) strategy, including management systems, programs and training to mitigate risk, optimise worker’s health and safety, reduce environment and community impact, and foster a positive HSSE culture. This role is responsible for providing operational HSSE advice and support to our country leaders, and delivering initiatives that continually improve our culture and performance in line with the Puma Energy Global HSSE Vision and Regional HSSE Strategy

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive a high-performing Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) culture that promotes accountability and employee advocacy through effective leadership and people engagement strategies.
• Lead the development, implementation and measurement of country strategies and initiatives that foster
  continual improvement in HSSE performance and culture. Coach and influence business leaders on HSSE issues and initiatives and drive consistency in the implementation of the Puma Energy HSSE Vision, Strategy, Management Systems, Governance, and Assurance Programs.
• Manage HSSE compliance and regulatory issues across the country consistent with Puma Energy policies and operational requirements.
• Identify, develop, and monitor strategies to manage emerging issues and risks relevant to HSSE management to ensure business preparedness and continuity. Liaise directly with external contractors, customers and stakeholders, including country Regulatory Authorities and Agencies.
• Proactively monitor and analyse HSSE performance data and trends, and initiate continuous improvement opportunities across the country.
• This includes but not limited to: Risk Management, Incidents and Investigations, Human and Organisational Performance, Culture and Behaviour, Change Management, HSSE Audit and Assurance Programs, HSSE Learning and Development Programs, Contractor Management, Permit to Work (PTW), Road Transport, Environment and Community Impacts, HSSE Hazards, Near Miss, Occupational Health and Hygiene and HSSE Governance.
• Ensure Training Needs Analysis (TNA) are developed and in place for all sites and support country leadership to deliver compliance to the plan. Provide training and coaching on the interpretation and application of the Puma Energy HSSE Management System. Support the Regional HSSE Strategy in identifying HSSE opportunities and provide input into regional training programs.
• Lead, support and provide guidance to site and country level leadership where appropriate on investigations into injuries, incidents, near misses, breaches or other events.
• Conduct local level monitoring and measurement activities as necessary to identify areas of non- compliance with the implementation and effectiveness of the Global HSSE Management System. Work with site and country leadership to incorporate these improvement opportunities into short- and long-term business planning.
• Identify and oversee site and country annual business plans and align to the Regional HSSE Strategy and improvement initiatives. Assist in the development and negotiation of country annual plans and budgets for the mitigation and management of HSSE risks.
• Prepare reports and presentations including recommendations that contribute to ongoing improvement activities, country crisis management and business continuity plans. Assist in the development of strategic reporting to ensure the country leadership team and business leaders understand current and emerging HSSE risk trends within the country.
• Actively participate as a member of the Regional HSSE leadership team and work collaboratively with the broader HSSE Group.

Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum 5 year’s practical experience in a Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) role, ideally with a focus in Oil and Gas, Construction, Aviation and/or other high-risk industries;
• Comprehensive understanding of the HSSE legislative frameworks across local country jurisdictions and the ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal requirements;
• Diploma in health, safety and/or environment discipline or similar. University degree preferred;
• Knowledge and experience with international standards ISO 45001, ISO 45003, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001.

Skills:

• Fluent English, strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills;
• Demonstrated country project management capability and incident investigation skills;
• Strong risk evaluation and management skills;
• High level of interpersonal skills, including strong teamwork, negotiating and influencing skills;
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce reports and documentation;
• Strong computer skills and intermediate use of Microsoft Office suite, including HSSE digital platforms;

Competencies:

• Experience working in a large, multi-cultural environment;
• Strong leadership capabilities and a collaborative style, which can manage and influence a variety of country stakeholders, including senior management;
• Evaluates options and makes recommendations underpinned by an understanding of country compliance obligations;
• Results-oriented individual with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines.