HSE Officer

Are you an HSE officer looking for your next challenge?

We are seeking an HSE Officer for a permanent position supporting a major large-scale construction project in the Northern Norway area.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within one of the fastest-growing industrial sectors, working on complex and technically advanced projects while helping to create a safe and compliant working environment.

About the Role

As an HSE Officer, you will support health, safety, and environmental activities on site and work closely with project management, supervisors, subcontractors, and the HSE team.

You will be a visible presence on the project, helping to ensure compliance with HSE requirements, promoting safe work practices, and contributing to a strong and proactive safety culture.

The position is suited to candidates with experience from construction and civil engineering projects, but applicants from other large-scale project environments such as oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial projects are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates may be based locally or elsewhere in Norway.

Flexible work schedules are available, including:

• Weekly commuting

• 3 weeks on / 1 week off

• 10 days on / 4 days off

Accommodation and travel related to the agreed rotation schedule are provided.

English is the working language on site, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates from diverse professional backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections and safety observations, providing feedback and recommendations to the project team

• Monitor HSE compliance and support the implementation of safe working practices

• Assist with incident investigations and follow up corrective actions

• Deliver site inductions and support daily toolbox talks

• Support contractor engagement on hazard identification and risk control measures

• Verify that equipment, permits, and access systems comply with project and regulatory requirements

• Participate in emergency preparedness activities and drills

• Support internal and external HSE audits, including client and authority inspections

• Maintain accurate HSE records, reports, photographic documentation, and site logs

• Provide day-to-day HSE guidance to supervisors, workers, and subcontractors

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of a positive safety culture

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in HSE roles within construction, engineering, industrial, infrastructure, energy, oil & gas, or similar project environments

• Good understanding of Norwegian HSE legislation and construction safety requirements

• Experience with inspections, audits, incident reporting, and corrective action follow-up

• Ability to identify risks and support implementation of effective control measures

• Strong communication and coaching skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital HSE systems

• Professional or fluent English, both written and spoken

Advantageous Qualifications

• Experience from data center construction projects

• NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 certification, or similar HSE qualifications

• Relevant education within HSE, engineering, technical disciplines, or related fields

• Experience supporting behavioral safety programs, audits, and incident management processes

Who We Are Looking For

• Observant, detail-oriented, and proactive

• Comfortable working in a dynamic site environment

• A clear communicator who can engage effectively with workers, supervisors, and subcontractors

• Solution-oriented with a practical approach to HSE challenges

• Able to remain calm under pressure and escalate safety concerns when necessary

• A collaborative team player who leads by example

What We Offer

• Permanent employment

• Long-term career opportunities within a growing organization

• The opportunity to work on large and technically advanced construction projects

• Flexible work schedules for candidates based outside the project area

• A professional and multicultural project environment

• The opportunity to contribute directly to site safety and project success

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

We are looking to hire as soon as possible and will review applications on an ongoing basis.

If you have relevant HSE experience and would like to be part of a project where safety is a top priority, we encourage you to apply today.

Please submit your updated CV in English, highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, and project background.

A formal cover letter is not required.

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a brief questionnaire as part of the recruitment process.