HSE Director (HSD001)

Foreground is partnering with a UAE-based drilling contractor to appoint a Director, HSE in Abu Dhabi. This role will be responsible for directing safety and environmental programs across a fleet of offshore and onshore rigs in the Emirates.

The Director will ensure best-in-class health, safety, and environmental practices, driving compliance and performance across all operational sites.

• →Oversee implementation of HSE programs across all rig operations.
• →Ensure compliance with ADNOC regulations and international safety standards.
• →Lead incident investigation processes and implement lessons learned.
• →Monitor HSE KPIs and provide executive reports on performance.
• →Support operations and asset teams in developing safe systems of work.
• →Manage audits, certifications, and regulatory inspections.
• →Lead HSE capability development, ensuring strong competency frameworks across the workforce.

• 18+ years in HSE leadership, with experience in drilling and rig operations.
• Strong knowledge of ADNOC safety and environmental regulations.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Engineering or HSE-related degree; NEBOSH/IOSH certifications required.