Global Head of QHSE Systems and Assurance

Global Head of QHSE Systems and Assurance

EnerMech · Houston, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-29

Workplace: on_site

Department: QHSE

Description

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we have supported our clients across the world with unrivalled expertise, equipment, and technology throughout the entire asset lifecycle – both offshore and onshore. 

Operating through our global business lines of Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions, we provide a broad range of specialist services including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, process, subsea, and valve services. 

At EnerMech, we are driven by operational excellence, innovation, and technical expertise, delivering value through integrated solutions that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and enhance performance for our customers worldwide. 

Role overview

The Global Head of QHSE Systems and Assurance owns the design, integrity, and continual improvement of the EnerMech Integrated QHSE Management System across all regions and business lines. Reporting to the VP QHSE, the role sets one global standard for how QHSE work gets done: the policies, standards, procedures, digital tools, performance data, and assurance processes that sit behind every job EnerMech delivers. The role is accountable for keeping the system simple enough to use at the worksite, robust enough to satisfy clients, certification bodies, and regulators, and built around how work is actually done rather than how it is imagined. The position leads the global ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certification program, the Group QHSE audit and assurance program, and the QHSE performance reporting framework that informs executive decision making.

Responsibilities

• Act as global system owner and single point of accountability for the structure, content, and performance of the EnerMech Integrated QHSE Management System (IMS)
• Develop and deliver a multi-year QHSE Systems and Assurance roadmap aligned with the Global QHSE Strategy and business objectives
• Harmonize regional and business line QHSE systems into one global framework, removing duplication and conflicting requirements while allowing for legitimate local legislative and client variation
• Own the QHSE document hierarchy (policies, global standards, procedures, work instructions, and forms) and ensure documents are controlled, current, and written for the people who use them
• Lead the global ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certification program, including certification body management, multi-site certificate scope, surveillance and recertification audits, and closure of nonconformities
• Ensure the business works in accordance with applicable legislation, client requirements, and industry standards such as OSHA, UK HSE regulations, LOLER, PUWER, API, ASME, and IOGP guidance as relevant to region and scope
• Establish and maintain a global process for identifying, registering, and evaluating compliance with legal and other requirements in every operating region
• Develop and implement the Group QHSE Audit and Assurance Program on an annual, risk-based plan covering first, second, and third line assurance, and ensure findings are tracked to verified closure
• Lead management of change for the IMS so changes to standards and procedures are risk assessed, communicated, trained, and verified before taking effect
• Own the QHSE digital platform strategy (incident management, audit, action tracking, document control, competence, and permit systems) and partner with IT to select, configure, and drive adoption of QHSE software
• Define the global QHSE KPI framework, including leading and lagging indicators, SIF potential classification, data definitions, and incident reporting thresholds, so performance is measured the same way in every region
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual QHSE performance reporting to the VP QHSE, Executive Leadership Team, and Board, turning data into clear insight and recommended action
• Own the global incident management and investigation standard, including classification, notification, investigation methodology, and quality review of investigation outputs
• Establish a global learning process so insights from incidents, near misses, audits, and successful work are shared across regions and business lines and lead to real change
• Integrate Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles into system design so procedures, controls, and processes support the people doing the work
• Lead the global nonconformance, corrective and preventive action, and continual improvement process; hold owners to account for closure and verify effectiveness
• Facilitate Group-level management review of the IMS and support regional management reviews
• Standardize core QHSE processes including risk assessment, permit to work interfaces, contractor and supplier QHSE management, competence assurance, emergency response, environmental management, and customer quality requirements
• Support tendering, pre-qualification, and client audit requests with management system evidence, and work with regional teams to maintain third-party verification platform compliance
• Coordinate environmental and sustainability data collection and assurance in support of Group ESG reporting obligations
• Develop the QHSE training framework for management system awareness, internal auditor competence, and incident investigation competence
• Benchmark the IMS against industry good practice and maintain relationships with relevant industry bodies and peer organizations
• Manage the QHSE Systems function budget, including software licensing and certification costs
• Line management, development, and performance management of the global QHSE Systems team, and build regional capability through a network of QHSE systems leads

Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline
• ISO Lead Auditor certification (IRCA, Exemplar Global, or equivalent) in at least one of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001
• Root Cause Incident Investigation qualified (TapRooT, ICAM, Apollo, or equivalent)

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
• Professional certification such as CSP, CMIOSH, CQE, CMQ/OE, or NEBOSH National Diploma
• Lead Auditor qualification across ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 (integrated management system)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Training in HOP, Learning Teams, or similar operational learning methods

Benefits

At EnerMech, you'll join a global organisation where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence drive everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, develop long-term customer partnerships and contribute to some of the world's most challenging energy and industrial projects.

We offer a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where commercial leadership is valued, professional development is encouraged and your contribution will directly support the continued growth and success of our business.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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