Head, QHSE & Compliance

Fadac Resources is recruiting a Head of QHSE & Compliance to provide leadership across health, safety, environment, and compliance functions, ensuring operational safety, regulatory adherence, and effective implementation of integrated management systems across downstream oil and gas operations.

• Lead health, safety, and environmental programs across retail stations and construction/renovation sites
• Develop and manage process safety and major hazard prevention programs
• Oversee inspection and testing of critical safety systems and equipment
• Ensure product quality control across refinery, terminal, and distribution operations
• Enforce operational safety procedures for high-risk activities including hot work and confined space entry
• Implement contractor safety and permit-to-work systems
• Manage retail station safety including equipment inspection, leak detection, and emergency systems
• Oversee environmental management, spill prevention, emissions monitoring, and waste disposal
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and incident command during crises
• Conduct QHSE training and promote safety culture across all operational levels
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis for major events
• Maintain compliance with regulatory permits and licenses across all sites
• Conduct audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Prepare monthly QHSE performance and compliance reports for leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Industrial), Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
• 8–10 years experience in QHSE within downstream oil and gas operations
• Strong knowledge of refinery, terminal, depot, and retail safety systems
• Proven leadership experience managing QHSE teams across multiple sites
• Strong understanding of process safety, environmental compliance, and occupational health
• Experience with incident reporting systems and audit frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• NMDPRA certification is required
• Strong risk assessment, investigation, and emergency response skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills

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