Offshore Petroleum Head of Health, Safety and Environment

Falklands; Alrewas; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in offshore petroleum is searching for an Offshore Petroleum Head of Health, Safety and Environment to provide essential leadership and regulatory oversight for the burgeoning oil industry in a unique location. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in regulatory roles, significant experience managing large-scale projects, and expertise in health and safety. This position comes with a competitive salary, extensive benefits including relocation assistance, and the opportunity to influence an emerging industry.

Benefits

Eligibility for 25% taxable gratuity

Flights package for dependents

41 days paid leave

Relocation allowance

Government housing for rent

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading large-scale teams, ideally in a regulatory capacity.
• Experience in senior operational HSE roles with business planning skills.
• Knowledge of the hydrocarbon industry or similar major hazard sectors.

Responsibilities

• Act as Health, Safety, and Environmental 'Regulator' for offshore operations.
• Lead the oversight of guidelines and strategies for environmental safety.
• Support the development of regulatory frameworks in the oil industry.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Health and Safety expertise

Regulatory experience

Adaptability to remote settings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health, Safety or Environment

Master’s degree in Health, Safety or Environment

Job description

Offshore Petroleum Head of Health, Safety and Environment

Starting Salary: £85,371 - £105,248 - dependent on skills and experience.

Salary package also includes:

• Eligibility for a 25% taxable gratuity
• Flights package for you and any accompanying dependents
• 41 days paid leave (includes Public and Government Holidays)
• Relocation allowance to help with moving costs.
• Government housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
• A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.

The post is for a fixed term of up to 4 years in the first instance with the possibility of extension. Secondment and Interchange opportunities will be considered.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This truly is an exciting opportunity in an unparalleled location. We are looking for new team members to join us and be involved at this critical point as we finalise and implement our new regulatory framework and start regulating a live oil industry here in the islands.

The Falkland Islands Government has recently granted its first regulatory approval for a field development and production programme, which is expected to start producing oil in 2028. This is an unrivalled opportunity to make an impact as we start our journey as an oil-producing country.

THE ROLE

The Offshore Petroleum Head of Health, Safety and Environment primarily acts as the de facto Health, Safety and Environmental ‘Regulator’ for all offshore petroleum development activity on behalf of the Government.

The role includes, but is not limited to, providing strategic and tactical leadership of the Health, Safety and Environmental elements of this critical regulatory function and ensuring the regulation of all Falkland Islands offshore petroleum developments take full account of all Environmental and Health and Safety aspects, in line with Falkland Islands Government policy and legislation. The post holder also leads on the development and oversight of industry guidance, standards and operational strategy on behalf of the Government.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Have extensive experience (10+ years) of effectively leading complex and large-scale teams, projects and programmes of a similar level, ideally in a regulatory capacity.
• Have evidence of working in a senior operational HSE or regulatory roles, including responsibility for effective business and financial planning and project management.
• Have knowledge/experience of the hydrocarbon industry, or another industrial sector presenting major hazards.
• Have knowledge/familiarity with energy policy and business models of organisations that govern energy regulatory affairs, including Regulatory Commissions and governing bodies for Environmental Conservation, resource management, and others.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a Health, Safety or Environment or other evidence of suitable training and job experience.
• Hold a Master’s degree in either health, safety or environment, or alternative business qualification or equivalent experience.
• Be a full Chartered Member of an appropriate professional institute associated with Health and Safety, Engineering, Science, or Project Management.
• Have sound judgement when evaluating political, social and economic impacts.
• Have strong political sensitivity and awareness.
• Have awareness of sensitivity of information in a small community.
• Be able to demonstrate adaptability to working in a small, remote community.
• Align with FIG’s Core Values – Diverse, Professional, Resilient & Resourceful.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page.

For further information regarding the position please contact Megan Edwards, Human Resources Adviser, by emailing [e-mail] or by calling ([phone].

To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.

Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process

Closing Date of Applications – 18 January 2026

Interviews – Week commencing the 26 January 2026