Head of HSSE Strategy & Performance

About the role

OQ is looking for a Head of HSSE Strategy & Performance in Muscat, Oman, reporting to the VP of Corporate HSSE and managing two direct reports. The role leads the Strategy & Performance function within Corporate HSSE, covering performance management, governance, business planning, digital transformation, business excellence and performance assurance across all HSSE disciplines. It also provides HSSE technical stewardship so that performance management aligns with HSSE management systems, regulatory requirements, industry standards and organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead annual HSSE business planning, set objectives and establish and monitor HSSE KPIs, scorecards and leading and lagging indicators
• Monitor performance against targets, coordinate performance reviews and management system effectiveness reviews, and track improvement initiatives and corrective actions
• Drive digital transformation, including dashboards, real-time monitoring, AI and predictive analytics, and promote data governance
• Produce high-quality performance reports, dashboards and management presentations for executive management and governance committees
• Benchmark against industry peers, run maturity assessments and coach and mentor team members
• Coordinate annual planning and resource optimisation across HSSE functions

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management or a related discipline
• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in HSSE, planning, performance management, governance, business excellence or organisational performance
• Demonstrated experience in digital transformation, performance analytics, executive reporting and organisational improvement
• Oil & gas experience preferred
• Exceptional written, spoken and reading English (required); native Arabic desirable
• Preferred certifications: NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, ISO 45001/14001 Lead Auditor, PMP

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related technical systems
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations, industry standards and best practices
• Leadership, communication, analytical thinking and the ability to work with minimal direction