Safety Officer

Wood is recruiting for a Safety Officer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on providing on-site safety support to ensure compliance with safety procedures and promote a safe working environment for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Basra, Iraq on 5/2 work schedule.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Safety Officer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on providing on-site safety support to ensure compliance with safety procedures and promote a safe working environment for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Basra, Iraq on 5/2 work schedule.

This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Safety Officer to join our Iraq Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions. 

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq 
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice 
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment. 
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests 
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession 
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' services of our employees at 5-year service milestones 

Job Objectives:

Provide on-site safety support to ensure compliance with safety procedures and promote a safe working environment. Assist in daily inspections, hazard identification, and implementation of safety measures under the guidance of the Safety Section Head.

Worksite:

• Conduct daily safety patrols and inspections.

• Identify and report unsafe conditions or practices.

• Support operational teams and contractors in applying safety procedures.

• Participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings.

• Assist in incident response and basic investigations.

• Conduct Gas Testing (Atmospheric Checks)

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain daily safety checklists and observation reports.

• Record minor incidents and near misses.

• Support the preparation of weekly safety summaries.

Coordination:

• Coordinate with site supervisors and safety team members.

• Communicate safety concerns and follow up on corrective actions.

Training:

• Participate in safety inductions and awareness sessions.

• Reinforce safety messages during daily operations.

Managing teams:

• Not applicable (supportive role only).

Audit and Inspections:

• Assist in routine site inspections.

• Report findings to Safety Supervisor or Advisor.

Contractors Management:

• Monitor contractor compliance during daily activities.

• Report unsafe behaviors or conditions.

Safety Support:

• Support safety campaigns and initiatives on-site.

• Promote a positive safety culture among workers.

Training:

• Basic understanding of safety training and awareness.

• Ability to reinforce safety practices on-site.

Leadership and Management Skills:

• Not applicable (entry-level supervisory support).

Communication skills:

• Good verbal communication skills.

• Able to report safety issues clearly.

Working environment:

• Comfortable working outdoors and in high-risk environments.

• Able to respond quickly to safety concerns.

Inspection Skills:

• Capable of conducting basic safety checks and observations.

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.  

Expected:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in safety-related roles, preferably in oil & gas or construction environments.

Standards:

• Familiarity with basic safety standards and site rules.

• Understanding of company safety policies.

Analytics skills:

• Basic reporting and observation recording skills.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office tools.

Certifications:

• Basic computer literacy (Excel, Word).

• NEBOSH /Other related safety certificates