QHSE Manager – Slickline Operations

QHSE Manager – Slickline Operations:

Department: Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE)

Reports To: Product Line Manager / Regional QHSE Director

Location: Kuwait

Supervises: QHSE Officers, Site Safety Supervisors, and Field HSE Representatives

1. Position Summary

The QHSE Manager for Slickline Operations is responsible for establishing,

implementing, and maintaining the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental

management systems specific to well intervention and slickline operations.

The role ensures compliance with company policies, local regulations, and client

requirements while promoting a strong safety and quality culture throughout all

operational levels.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

 Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and standards tailored to

slickline and well intervention operations.

 Ensure full compliance with KO and regulatory safety requirements.

 Conduct regular HSE audits, risk assessments, and safety inspections at base and

field sites.

 Lead incident and near‐miss investigations; ensure root cause analysis and timely

close‐out of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

 Coordinate and lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and HSE training programs.

 Manage HAZID, HAZOP, and SIMOPS risk reviews for well intervention projects.

 Verify readiness of emergency response plans (ERP), drills, and safety critical

equipment.

 Monitor and report on HSE KPIs (TRIR, LTIR, NCRs, audit scores, etc.).

 Ensure all slickline crew are medically fit and trained for H₂S, confined space, and

pressure control operations

B. Quality Management

 Maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (or API Q2) certification compliance.

 Develop and manage the QMS (Quality Management System) for slickline

operations.

 Conduct internal audits and management reviews; track and close NCRs (Non‐

Conformance Reports).

 Review job programs, pre‐job QA checklists, and post‐job reports for quality

compliance.

 Ensure calibration, inspection, and traceability of all slickline tools and measuring

devices.

Interface with clients for quality assurance matters and third‐party audits.

C. Training & Competency

 Develop and maintain the slickline QHSE competency framework.

 Ensure training plans cover HSE, well control, pressure control, lifting operations,

and driving safety.

 Conduct HSE inductions and competency evaluations for new hires and field staff.

 Promote HSE leadership and behavioral safety engagement across all levels

D. Reporting & Documentation

 Maintain HSE statistics and prepare monthly/quarterly QHSE performance reports.

 Report incidents in accordance with corporate and client requirements

 Maintain all records for audits, incidents, permits, and certifications.

 Support tender submissions and client prequalification with QHSE documentation

E. Continuous Improvement

 Lead safety culture initiatives and “Stop Work Authority” empowerment

campaigns.

 Develop and implement improvement projects (e.g., waste reduction, emission

control, and energy efficiency).

 Benchmark and adopt best QHSE practices from international oilfield standards.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Zero LTI (Lost Time Injury) and minimal recordable incidents.

 100% close‐out of audit findings and corrective actions within deadlines.

 ISO/API certification compliance with zero major non‐conformities.

 Crew HSE training compliance: ≥ 95%.

 Client HSE audit score: ≥ 90%.

 Timely incident reporting: within 24 hours of occurrence

4. Qualifications & Experience

 Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Safety

Management, or related field.

 Experience: Minimum 8–12 years in oilfield QHSE management, with at least 5

years in Slickline or Well Intervention operations.

Certifications:

 NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Managing Safely (mandatory).

 ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 Lead Auditor (preferred).

 IWCF Level 2+ (Well Intervention Pressure Control).

 H₂S & BA Training, BOSIET / HUET.

 Lifting Operations and Permit to Work (PTW) training.

5. Skills & Competencies

 In‐depth understanding of slickline and pressure control operations.

 Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills for incident investigations.

 Excellent leadership and communication skills across multicultural teams.

 Proven ability to implement and maintain management systems.

 Sound knowledge of local labor, environmental, and safety regulations.

 Competent in Microsoft Office, incident reporting platforms, and QHSE databases.

6. Working Relationships

Internal: Operations Department Manager, Maintenance, HR, Field Supervisors, and

Technicians.

External: Clients’ QHSE representatives, local regulatory authorities, and third‐party

auditors.

7. Typical Work Environment

 70% base and administrative activities.

 30% field/site visits to rigs, wellheads, and client facilities.

 May require travel across regional project sites (onshore and offshore).

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person