HSE Officer Jobs in Oman

<p>Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)</p><p>INTRODUCTION TO GGGI The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.</p><p>In the Sultanate of Oman, under the oversight of the Regional Office (RO) for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the Regional Director (RD) has been leading a multi-disciplinary team of experts to develop a partnership with the Government through the leadership of the Environment Authority (EA) to develop the "Accelerating Resilience and Innovation for Sustainable Ecosystems management" (ARISE) Program . The ARISE Program is a USD 100 million initiative spanning six years, designed to deliver climate action, ecosystem restoration, and economic growth through Nature-based Solutions (NbS) integrated into the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Special Economic Zones (SSEZs) . The program ultimately targets the restoration of 30,000 hectares of land, an estimated 750,000 tCO2e/year in greenhouse gas emission reductions, and the creation of over 1,000 green jobs. The implementation of the ARISE Program is structured around two phases. Phase 1 will cover 2 years, and Phase 2 will be over 4 years. The funding has been approved for Phase 1.</p><p>PURPOSE The Water Resource Management Officer (Civil Engineer) applies specialized civil engineering concepts under close supervision to support the planning, technical design, and implementation of water resource and related infrastructure under Phase 1 of the project. S/he assists in conducting engineering assessments, preparing technical specifications, drawings, and cost estimates, and ensuring that all infrastructure complies with applicable standards, environmental requirements, and project work plans. Working closely with project teams and local counterparts, the Officer ensures that deliverables are produced in a timely manner to support broader project objectives within established scope, schedule, and budget.</p><p>ENGAGEMENT • Work closely with the Chief of Party (ARISE Program Lead), Regional Director, the Program Implementation Unit (PIU), the Regional PIU Support Team, and Stakeholders to support technical design of infrastructures and engineering assessments, complying with established GGGI policies, and Omani Government standards, while ensuring timely action and response. • Keep abreast on civil engineering changes in policies and regulations, and undertake timely strategic review of GGGI's country program ensuring continued relevance. • Maintain close communication with the PIU Team, MENA Regional Support Team, and Omani Authorities to share project requirements, coordinate field activities, and facilitate smooth technical collaboration. In consultation with the Regional PIU Support Team, advise the Program Director and PIU Team on general Engineering rules, standards of internal and external best practices, and supervision of construction works. • Provide timely and high-quality support to the ARISE Program Director and PIU Team for the effective end-to-end execution of the engineering assignments. • Perform other tasks assigned as per required instructions, in support of the implementation of initiatives assigned with the MENA Regional PIU Support team.</p><p>DELIVERY • Assist in conducting engineering assessments, site investigations, and feasibility studies for water resource infrastructure, ensuring technical, environmental, and economic viability. • Prepare and review technical designs, technical specifications, drawings, bills of quantities (BoQs), and cost estimates for project infrastructure. • Oversee the design and construction supervision of boreholes, water harvesting dams, storage facilities, distribution networks, irrigation systems, and associated civil works. • Design and supervise the installation of fog water harvesting (fog catchment) systems tailored to the climatic conditions of Dhofar Governorate. • Provide technical leadership for water conservation measures, including fencing, erosion control, and watershed protection structures. • Ensure all engineering works and documentation comply with national regulations, international engineering standards, environmental safeguards, and climate resilience requirements. • Coordinate with contractors, consultants, government entities, and local communities to facilitate effective implementation, quality assurance, and timely delivery of infrastructure works. • Monitor construction progress, conduct site inspections, review contractors' deliverables, and certify completed works in accordance with contractual requirements. • Identify engineering risks and propose practical, cost-effective solutions to address technical challenges during design and implementation. • Support procurement processes by preparing technical documentation, evaluating bids, and providing technical recommendations for contractor and consultant selection. • Contribute to project planning, budgeting, reporting, and knowledge sharing by documenting engineering progress, lessons learned, and best practices. • Strengthen the capacity of project staff and local stakeholders through technical guidance and on-the-job support in sustainable water resource infrastructure development. • Maintain a reputation for quality and reliability through the provision of services consistently and in keeping with the policies and principles of the organization</p><p>WORKING CONDITIONS Water Resource Management Officer is a G8NAT grade level in GGGI s national salary scale. GGGI provides 15% of base salary towards retirement plan/long-term savings, 27 days of annual leave, and private health insurance that covers dental and vision. The appointment is for an initial 24 months, renewable subject to performance and budget availability. Duty station: Salalah, Dhofar Governorate. GGGI is committed to providing a work environment that is sufficiently flexible to accommodate diverse life-cycle challenges and assist Staff members to achieve a better balance between work commitments and personal and family commitments, thus ensuring high performance, long-term productivity and well-being of Staff members. For more information on GGGI's terms and conditions (allowances, health care, education etc.) please familiarize yourself with GGGI's Rules and Regulations that can be found here: https://gggi.org/policy-documents/. Child protection GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>A Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and/or Water Engineering. A Master's degree or a post-graduate qualification in a relevant field would be considered an advantage.</li><li>Preferably at least 6 years of relevant experience in engineering design and supervision of infrastructure constructions related to water infrastructures, building, dams, boreholes, etc.</li><li>Fluency in written and spoken English is a must; knowledge of another relevant language (especially Arabic) is an asset.</li><li>Good writing and editing skills.</li><li>High level of proficiency in MS Office applications.</li></ul><p>FUNCTIONAL</p><ul><li>Able to perform engineering assessments under time constraints.</li><li>Ability to manage time and prioritize effectively when the level of workload is high.</li><li>Able to work collegially under pressure with strict deadlines.</li><li>Able to handle multiple work assignments.</li><li>Self-initiative, motivated, and team-oriented, with capacity to work under pressure.</li><li>Strong ability to work with little supervision and/or virtually, while maintaining productivity.</li><li>Detail-oriented striving for quality and consistency demonstrating creativity, innovation, and a motivation drive in all outputs and communications.</li><li>Able to think strategically and in close collaboration with others. Able to learn quickly, demonstrate critical thinking, and make situation-appropriate decisions using sound judgment</li><li>Comfortable working both in a team and independently, pitch attitude a must.</li><li>Experience working in matrix teams with dual reporting.</li><li>Experience working in a high-paced environment.</li><li>Strong organizational skills that demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Knowledge of Engineering design software is a plus.</li></ul><p>CORPORATE</p><ul><li>Understand and actively support GGGI's mission, vision and values.</li><li>Promote an organizational culture of trust, transparency, respect and partnership.</li><li>Excel at problem solving, ask questions and seek support when needed, share easily information and knowledge with others both internally as externally.</li><li>Manage emotions and stress positively, build rapport and resolves conflict easily.</li><li>Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.</li></ul>

<p><br></p><p>• Support the establishment and operationalization of the Bioeconomy Businesses Accelerator, supporting the growth and scaling of at least 1,000 green startups, micro-businesses, and SMEs in Dhofar. • Support capacity-building initiatives for government stakeholders (Output 1.3), developing and implementing a comprehensive Capacity Building Plan (CBP) to strengthen the public sector's readiness for SSEZ governance and management. • Provide strategic guidance for the institutional development and operationalization of the Oman Authority/Agency for SSEZ Implementation and Support (OASIS). • Design and implement comprehensive business skill training programs targeting local livestock owners, youth, and women • Provide technical expertise to structure micro-credit mechanisms that incentivize the adoption of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Nature-based Solutions (NbS).</p><p>• Engages extensively with key Omani government stakeholders to conduct capacity needs assessments and facilitate the institutional setup of OASIS. • Contribute to building strategic partnerships with Private Sector off-takers and supply chain leaders to secure market access, off-take agreements, and B2B linkages for the accelerated startups. • Collaborates with financial institutions, i.e., Oman Development Bank, Oman Future Fund, to facilitate access to micro-credits and green financing for rural entrepreneurs.</p><p>• Undertake a capacity-building needs assessment for stakeholders to deliver targeted training sessions and knowledge-sharing events. • Design and manage operations of the Bioeconomy Businesses Accelerator, supporting business development from ideation to earl-stagy growth. • Assist in the development and delivery of entrepreneurship and incubation training programs. • Ensure the integration of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) by prioritizing women and youth in the targeted Wilayats (Rakhyut, Dhalkot, Salalah, etc.). • Support the provision of technical assistance and financial support (micro-credits/grants) to beneficiaries transitioning to sustainable animal breeding and fodder production practices. • Organize and manage program events.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in business administration, entrepreneurship, public policy, sustainable development, economics, or a related field.</li><li>Preferred 7-10 years of relevant professional international experience related to entrepreneurship, business incubation &amp; acceleration programs, SME development, and public sector capacity building.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing institutional capacity-building programs and governance frameworks for government stakeholders, ideally related to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or green industrial parks.</li><li>Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by rural startups, agropastoral communities, and green entrepreneurs in developing or emerging economies.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing micro-credit schemes or mobilizing investment for early-stage startups and MSMEs.</li><li>Proficient written and spoken skills in both English and Arabic are requirement to effectively engage with Omani government officials and local communities.</li><li>At least 2 years of international experience living and working outside of home country.</li></ul>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p>The Chief of Corporate Support Officer provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the administrative, human resources, technology, and communications functions of Mazoon Mining Company.</p><p>The CCSO ensures all supporting functions operate efficiently, compliantly, and in alignment with the Company's strategic objectives, applicable Omani law, MDO shareholder governance requirements, and the directives of the CEO and Board of Directors.</p><p>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><p>STRATEGIC PLANNING &amp; ADMINISTRATION</p><p>1. Strategic Planning &amp; Administration</p><ul><li>Develop and implement the administrative strategy in alignment with the Company's overall strategic plan.</li><li>Provide strategic advice to the CEO on HR, IT, and communications matters.</li><li>Lead the annual planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring for all functions under the CCSO's oversight.</li><li>Ensure all administrative policies and procedures are current, compliant with Omani law, and aligned with MDO governance requirements.</li></ul><p>2. Human Resources &amp; Omanisation</p><ul><li>Oversee the HR &amp; Admin Manager in executing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training &amp; development, and employee relations.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with the HR Policy and Procedures Manual as approved by the Board and with Omani Labour Law.</li><li>Champion Omanisation targets and structured nationalization plans across the organization.</li><li>Drive a positive organisational culture, employee engagement, and workforce wellbeing initiatives.</li><li>Oversee general administrative operations including facilities management, fleet, and site support services.</li></ul><p>TECHNOLOGY &amp; INFORMATION SYSTEMS</p><p>3. Technology &amp; Information Systems</p><ul><li>Oversee the Technology &amp; Systems Manager to ensure robust, secure, and efficient IT infrastructure across the Company.</li><li>Approve IT strategies, digital transformation initiatives, and technology investment decisions.</li><li>Ensure cybersecurity policies, data governance frameworks, and business continuity plans are in place and enforced.</li><li>Oversee implementation and maintenance of enterprise systems including ERP, HRMS, and document management platforms.</li></ul><p>COMMUNICATIONS &amp; GOVERNANCE</p><p>4. Communications &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</p><ul><li>Oversee the Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Manager in developing and executing internal and external communication strategies.</li><li>Ensure effective engagement with local communities, government entities, and media.</li><li>Review and approve all official communications, press releases, and public relations materials.</li><li>Maintain positive relationships with relevant government ministries, regulatory bodies, and the shareholder (MDO).</li></ul><p>5. Governance &amp; Compliance</p><ul><li>Ensure all administrative and support functions operate in compliance with applicable Omani laws, MDO governance requirements, and Company policies.</li><li>Develop and maintain an up-to-date suite of administrative policies and procedures aligned with best practice.</li><li>Submit regular reports to the CEO regarding the performance of all functions under the CCSO's supervision.</li></ul></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is highly desirable.</li><li>CIPD, SHRM, PMP, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.</li><li>Minimum 15 years of experience in heavy industrial management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.</li><li>Progressive experience in administration, HR, or corporate services management.</li><li>Experience in the mining, oil &amp; gas, or heavy industry sector is an advantage.</li><li>GCC regional experience is preferred.</li></ul><p></p></section>