Vice President of HSE

Job Overview

A major international drilling contractor is seeking a visionary Vice President of HSE to join its Executive Leadership Team. This strategic role reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the Board, shaping the long-term direction of the company’s HSE agenda. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the organization’s future HSE roadmap—driving transformation, elevating safety culture, and embedding world-class governance across all operations. This role requires a forward-thinking executive with a deep understanding of operational risk, strategic decision-making, and enterprise-level HSE leadership.

Company Overview

Libera Consultants is a consulting firm specializing in providing expert advice and solutions in various industries. The firm is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is known for its strategy/planning and quality assurance services.

Quick Details

Salary Range: Market Competitive
Job Type: Full-time
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 20+ years

Key Responsibilities

Set and execute a long-term HSE strategy aligned with corporate objectives and industry best practices.
Serve as the primary HSE advisor to the CEO and Board.
Strengthen corporate governance through robust policies, standards, and performance management systems.
Drive enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, leveraging technology and digital tools.
Lead a high-performing HSE organization.
Represent the company at a senior level with partners, regulators, and key industry stakeholders.

Requirements

20+ years of progressive HSE leadership experience within drilling or upstream energy operations.
Demonstrated success shaping strategic HSE vision and influencing at CEO/Board level.
Strong expertise in process safety, risk management, and major hazard leadership.
Proven ability to deliver transformation across large, complex organizations.
Exceptional communication, executive presence, and stakeholder engagement skills.