HSE Specialist CoW & Contractor Management

Job Family Group:

HSSE Group

Job Description:

The Control of Works Specialist-Contractor Management (AU) role is responsible for the bp Control of Works (CoW) system and oversight, and support of the Working with Contractors system to deliver safe and compliant operations across ANZ MC&M. The role provides advice and support across Procurement, Maintenance & Operations in the effective implementation of the Operating Management System requirements, incident investigation and attendance at contractor management meetings.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and Managing the Control of Works (CoW) System

• For all contractor activities, including high risk permittable tasks, ensuring compliance with bp internal policies and legal requirements in consultation with relevant Subject Matter Experts (SME).

• Provide training, coaching and support to contractors and internal teams on CoW procedures and best practice requirements

• Represent the company on the industry Technical Advisory Committee for CoW

Contractor Management

• Support Contract Owners through onboarding and ongoing contractor performance processes

• Provide SME support to both contractors and staff in monitoring performance and responding to incidents

• Working with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in contractor management processes, identifying and implementing opportunities for enhanced safety and efficiency

Self Verification Program Delivery

• Oversight and participation in the Self Verification (SV) program for projects and maintenance tasks and provide insights as required

• Ensure the SV program is aligned to the barriers that reduce the risk of high consequence incidents and respond to leading indicators where required

• Oversee contractor compliance with HSE requirements and regulatory obligations.

• Analyse data from the SV program and provide insights to people leaders and senior management

Incident Management

• Leading and supporting incident investigations into contractor-related incidents, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented

Qualifications

• Relevant HSE Qualification-NEBOSH, Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, or equivalent industry recognized certification or experience

• Proven experience in contractor management, CoW, or a similar HSE focused role within construction, or energy sectors

• Strong knowledge of permit to work systems, risk assessment methodologies and relevant local HSE legislation requirements.

• Ability to conduct assessments of permits for high-risk activities (e.g. Confined space entry, work at heights, ground disturbance and hot works)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to positively influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the business.

• Strong ability to analyse data and provide insights into emerging risks

• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in contractor management and safety processes

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. The ability to maintain accurate records and documentation for compliance verification purposes

In this role, you will collaborate closely with other HSE specialists, the HSE&C leadership team, subject matter experts, and a diverse range of business stakeholders. Our team culture fosters a supportive learning environment where care, respect, and continuous growth are prioritized. Together, we strive for excellence in safety and environmental stewardship.

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valued

• Possibility to join our social communities and networks

• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path

• Life and health insurance, medical care package

• And many other benefits!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations!

Travel Requirement:

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Accounting for people, Accounting for people, Agility core practices, Communication, Continuous Learning, Cost-conscious decision-making, Crisis and emergency response management, Driving and transport safety, Fire incident response, Hazard communication, Hazard Identification, Health risk management, HSE data knowledge, HSSE auditing and self-verification, Human Performance, Incident investigation and learning, Industry knowledge and advocacy, Large scale evacuation, Managing exercises and drills, OMS and bp requirements, Personal Safety, Process safety culture, Process Safety Management, Project and construction safety, Reporting and classification {+ 5 more}

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Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.