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HSE Area Manager/Coordinator

Company:
KBR
Location:
Luanda, Angola
Posted:
February 02, 2026
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Description:

Title:HSE Area Manager/Coordinator

KBR’s Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) group is looking for a HSE Area Manager/Coordinator to support HSE initiatives on a multi-billion-dollar project.

KBR is seeking an experienced leader who is capable of providing stakeholder management and influence with Global Project Execution within the Integrated Solutions (IS) Business Unit and KBR Sustainable Technology Solution (STS) Division.

The HSE Area Manager/Coordinator will be accountable for HSE on a large-scale industrial project and will be crucial in ensuring the successful completion of the project by being proactive in risk identification and mitigation and by providing timely response and remediation of incidents across the global organization.

***To be considered you must submit an English resume***

This position is located in Lobito Angola

Responsibilities

Define the project HSE objectives, programs, and performance measurement standards

Timely response and remediation of incidents, proactive risk identification and mitigation across the Global organization

Ensure that adequate resources are assigned to all phases of the project to enable HSSE objectives to be reached

Ensure that the HSSE policies, plans and procedures are documented and implemented

Display all characteristics of KBR Leadership in the office and field, being a Leader of Safety within the organization

Comprehensively manage incidents, including root cause analysis and execution of necessary improvement efforts; deliver the expedient and clear communication of incidents to IS and Corporate leadership

Keep visibility of incidents and HSERS metrics

Collect and review leading and lagging safety data to predict and prevent future incidents

Provide leadership in hiring safety managers and their successful onboarding and understanding of KBR HSSE systems and standards; support and provide direction to all Project safety managers and support site personnel to enable the Zero Harm culture

Develop and maintain training programs for contractors and competencies of Regional Safety Managers

Collaborate effectively and align with all regions’ site personnel to drive effective site safety program and culture

Lead for a specified area of the Project and be the point of contact for reporting of safety data, analytics, incidents, and program advancement to the Senior HSSE Manager/Deputy HSSE Manager and have dotted line reporting to Project Management.

Experience & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or HSE related field

5 + years of progressive experience

Strong ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders

Proven ability supporting Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental systems

Must be able to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

Attention to detail and capacity to work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Proven ability to analyze problems, determine resolutions, and a path forward

Must have ability to communicate fluently in both spoken and written English

Additional Qualifications

PMC experience working with China based EPC Contractors and executing work in Angola preferable

Industrial construction background: ability to understand, interpret and apply regulatory requirements applicable to the project scope of work

Demonstrated high level of interpretive thinking and mature judgment

Proven ability to run the HSE function on large-scale projects

Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese is preferred; however, it is not a requirement for the role.

Advanced computer and software skills to include the use of word processing and email as well as the advanced use of spreadsheets, electronic presentations, and databases

Effectively demonstrate high critical thinking/reasoning ability

Highly proficient presentation skills including public speaking

Strong organizational and leadership skills

A valid driver’s license, is required

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits

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