What are the responsibilities and job description for the HSSE Advisor, Point of Contact position at Oceaneering?
Job Description
The HSSE Advisor, Point of Contact, is responsible for supporting and coordinating all operational and safety programs between Oceaneering and Shell.
This U.S.-based role is aligned with the Morgan City, LA office and classified as hybrid, with occasional requirements to work in offshore environments. Remote work or alternate designated locations may be approved based on business needs.
Work schedules are driven by project requirements and are established by the manager. This position may require domestic travel and the ability to work extended hours during critical operational periods.
Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
About Us
Oceaneering began in 1964 as a Gulf of Mexico-based diving company called World Wide Divers. Today, we are a leading global provider of engineered products and services to several industries, including energy, defense, aerospace, entertainment/theme parks, materials handling, and science and research.
We thrive by creating industry-changing technically creative solutions for the most complex operational challenges under water, on land, and in space.
At Oceaneering, we believe in managing our business in a way that promotes safety and health, the environment, and strong ethics, while supporting the communities in which we live and work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.
The HSSE Advisor, Point of Contact, is responsible for supporting and coordinating all operational and safety programs between Oceaneering and Shell.
This U.S.-based role is aligned with the Morgan City, LA office and classified as hybrid, with occasional requirements to work in offshore environments. Remote work or alternate designated locations may be approved based on business needs.
Work schedules are driven by project requirements and are established by the manager. This position may require domestic travel and the ability to work extended hours during critical operational periods.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison between Shell and Oceaneering on HSSE and operational contract matters.
- Participate in vessel mobilizations and demobilizations; attend HAZIDs, client meetings, and offshore visits.
- Maintain current knowledge of Oceaneering and Shell HSSE policies, procedures, and operational processes.
- Understand and effectively communicate client expectations to internal stakeholders.
- Collect, analyze, and distribute KPI data to Oceaneering and Shell teams.
- Compile and interpret statistical data related to company and client HSSE lagging indicators.
- Conduct inspections and audits of vessels, worksites, machinery, and safety equipment to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulatory and management system requirements.
- Conduct or coordinate worker training and mentoring related to safety regulations, hazard identification, use of safety equipment, and scope-of-work compliance.
- Participate in incident and injury investigations; assist in identifying root causes and developing pre ventive measures.
- Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of five (5) years of offshore experience.
- Valid driver’s license: ability to obtain TWIC, passport, and required offshore certifications.
- Capable of fulfilling domestic travel requirements, particularly to Houston and Port Fourchon, with periodic overnight commitments.
- Able to operate effectively in offshore and remote field environments, including extended assignments in challenging conditions.
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Experience working on Shell projects, preferably offshore.
- Familiarity with Oceaneering’s Safety Management System.
- Knowledge of operational procedures, concepts, and commonly used practices within the field.
- Strong understanding of customer service principles.
- Proficiency in standard office software applications.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, decision‑making, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
- Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the work place.
- Work surface is stable (flat).
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
About Us
Oceaneering began in 1964 as a Gulf of Mexico-based diving company called World Wide Divers. Today, we are a leading global provider of engineered products and services to several industries, including energy, defense, aerospace, entertainment/theme parks, materials handling, and science and research.
We thrive by creating industry-changing technically creative solutions for the most complex operational challenges under water, on land, and in space.
At Oceaneering, we believe in managing our business in a way that promotes safety and health, the environment, and strong ethics, while supporting the communities in which we live and work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.