Operations Safety Lead

• Qualification level required for the position: Level 6 = Bachelor’s or equivalent level
• Technical skills required for the position:
  • Strong knowledge of HSE management systems, standards, and regulatory requirements in upstream oil & gas operations.
  • Proficiency in incident investigation methodologies, including root cause and cause tree analysis.
  • Experience in contractor HSE management, compliance verification, and bridging of contractor and company systems.
  • Ability to conduct HSE audits, safety tours, and operational reviews across multiple sites and entities.
  • Competence in risk identification, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
  • Experience in HSE reporting systems, KPI monitoring, and analysis of safety data and trends.
  • Good understanding of E&P operational activities and cross-functional interfaces (operations, drilling, projects, logistics).
  • Familiarity with HSE databases and incident reporting systems.
• Behavioral competencies required for the position:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with operational teams and contractors.
  • Ability to influence and promote safety culture across multiple stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Effective coordination and collaboration across cross-functional and operational teams.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess incidents and identify practical solutions.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
  • Attention to detail and discipline in monitoring compliance, reporting, and follow-up of actions.
  • Adaptability to work within evolving operational environments and changing organisational contexts.
• Language skills required for the position:
  • English (C1–C2): Required — advanced proficiency for writing and communication.
  • Bahasa Malaysia (B2 C1): Recommended — professional proficiency for regulatory and authority engagement.
  • French (B2–C1): Advantageous — supports interaction with TotalEnergies’ headquarters and global networks
• Certification required for the position:
  • Valid offshore medical certification.
  • Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) or equivalent.
  • Additional professional HSE certifications would be considered an advantage.
• Specific knowledge required for the position:
  • Good knowledge of HSE standards, policies, and practices in upstream oil & gas operations.
  • Understanding of E&P business activities and operational interfaces (Field Operations, Drilling, Projects, Logistics).
  • Knowledge of incident investigation processes and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Familiarity with contractor HSE management and compliance requirements.
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements and industry safety practices.
  • Knowledge of HSE reporting, KPIs, and data monitoring systems.
• Level of experience required for the position:
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical or HSE-related roles within oil & gas or similar industrial environments.
  • Experience in upstream E&P operations and working across multiple operational entities.
  • Proven experience in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and follow-up of corrective actions.
  • Experience in contractor HSE management, compliance monitoring, and audit processes.
  • Exposure to offshore operations and multi-stakeholder environments, including contractors and regulatory bodies.
  • Experience working in a transversal role supporting operations without direct line authority.