Temporary QHSE Manager UK (Maternity Cover)

Odfjelltechnology; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company in Aberdeen is looking for a Temporary QHSE Manager for a maternity cover. This role involves leading safety and quality initiatives across various operations while managing a team of QHSE professionals. Key qualifications include higher education in QHSE or related fields and proven experience in the oil and gas industry. The position offers a hybrid working option, competitive benefits, and a strong emphasis on safety culture, making it a unique opportunity to influence operations positively.

Benefits

5 weeks and 4 days holidays plus your birthday

36 hour working week with half day Friday

Hybrid working option

Subsidised canteen onsite

Private medical insurance

Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Higher education in maritime/technical/QHSSE or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven QHSE management experience in the oil & gas industry.
• Knowledge of industry standards and shelf regulations.
• Lead auditor and investigation leader competence.
• Offshore training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve QHSE processes in line with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead a team of QHSE professionals.
• Conduct audits, investigations, and management visits on- and offshore.
• Facilitate risk assessments and ensure emergency preparedness.
• Monitor compliance with legal requirements and ISO certifications.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Collaboration skills

QHSE competence

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Higher education in maritime/technical/QHSSE or equivalent

Job description

Vacancy: Temporary QHSE Manager (Maternity Cover) – UK Operations

Location: Prime Four, Kingswells, Aberdeen, UK

Duration: 12 months (Maternity Cover)

Preferred Start Date: Mid-February 2026

Company: Odfjell Technology

Odfjell Technology is seeking a forward-leaning QHSE Manager to join our UK Operations team on a temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and drive safety and quality initiatives across our offshore operations, onshore workshop, warehouse, and office.

What You’ll Bring:

• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Strong collaboration skills to engage across disciplines, teams, and offshore crews
• A structured approach to driving safety improvements
• Solid QHSE competence and leadership experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and improve QHSE processes in line with company, client, and regulatory requirements
• Lead a team of QHSE professionals
• Conduct audits, investigations, and management visits on- and offshore
• Facilitate risk assessments, support tenders, and ensure emergency preparedness
• Represent Odfjell Technology in client, authority, and industry forums
• Monitor compliance with legal requirements, ISO 9001 & 14001 certifications, and internal systems

Qualifications:

• Higher education in maritime/technical/QHSSE or equivalent practical experience
• Proven QHSE management experience in the oil & gas industry
• Knowledge of industry standards and shelf regulationsLead auditor and investigation leader competence
• Offshore training and certifications
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills

Why Join Us:

• Be part of an energetic, forward-thinking team
• Develop your skills in an empowering environment built on trust and dialogue
• Enjoy an inclusive workplace with competitive compensation, welfare benefits, canteen, and flexible home office options
• Live our core values: Creative, Competent, Result-Oriented, Committed – always safety conscious (#LifeAtOdfjellTechnology)

We Offer:

• 5 weeks, 4 days holidays, plus your birthday plus 4 public holidays off per annum
• 36 hour working week with Friday being a half day
• Hybrid working option (up to 2 days a week from home)
• Subsidised canteen onsite
• Private medical insurance
• Medical Cash Plan scheme
• Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Interested? Apply now and help us drive safety and quality excellence!

We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious.

We use Semac background checks in our recruitment process.