HSE COORDINATOR SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Jul 28, 2025 – The Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator (HSE Coordinator) is highly knowledgeable in construction health and safety practices with recent CSO course completion and a strong understanding of WorkSafeBC regulations and industry standards. This position requires proficiency in HSE systems and MS Office tools, with proven ability to analyze data, generate detailed reports, and support continuous improvement. The coordinator also brings strong planning, communication, and teamwork skills while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure environments.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout HSE Coordinator Resume
  • HSE Compliance
  • System Development
  • Audit Coordination
  • Data Reporting
  • Safety Evaluation
  • Record Keeping
  • Safety Training
  • Training Compliance
  • Corrective Actions
  • Risk Assessment
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Coaching and Training
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Safety Support
  • Follow-up Activities
  • Risk Prevention
  • Relationship Management
  • Incident Coordination
  • Third-Party Coordination
  • Program Support

Summary of HSE Coordinator Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Environmental Science with 2 years of Experience

  • Working experience, ideally in a medium to large organisation
  • Knowledge and experience in the application of Health and Safety legislation
  • An understanding of the current legislation within the country
  • Knowledge of health and safety risk management
  • Strong stakeholder relationship management skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all stakeholder groups
  • The ability to prioritise and complete action plans with detailed reporting
  • Proven experience writing reports, analysing data, and communicating findings effectively
  • Experience in developing, consulting, and implementing Health and Safety policies, procedures, and training
  • Team player with an attention to detail and well-developed problem-solving capabilities
  • Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, Excel, and PowerPoint

2. BS in Environmental Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • HSE experience, mostly focused on workplace safety, ergonomics, and office environments, with HSE certifications and/or diplomas
  • Fluent in French and English with solid written and oral communication skills
  • Must be an expert in Microsoft Office
  • Experience in writing comprehensive operating procedures, policies, incidents, and investigation reports
  • Knowledge of rules and regulations governing HSE
  • Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, API, and ANSI standards and recommended practices
  • The ability to lead and manage others effectively, with attention to different cultures, knowledge levels, and reporting lines
  • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • High critical thinking/reasoning ability

3. BS in Occupational Health and Safety with 5 years of Experience

  • Preference for recent completion of the CSO course completed at BCIT, Care-Institute, or Universal Health and Safety
  • Experience and understanding within the construction industry
  • Knowledge of WorkSafeBC Health and Safety Act, Regulations, Guidelines, and construction industry standards
  • Experience with systems, including MS Office (Email, Word, Excel)
  • HCSS experience and/or knowledge
  • Collaborative team player and able to maintain composure in all situations
  • Result-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement
  • Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills with high attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills
  • Ability to analyse data and produce written reports and other similar requirements, with a strong level of competency in HSE systems

4. BS in Occupational Health and Safety with 3 years of experience

  • Experience in a directly comparable role
  • Excellent interpersonal, listening and verbal, written and presentation communication skills
  • Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills
  • Ability to promote effective working relationships at all levels and create a positive work environment
  • Ability to manage by influence
  • Ability to collaborate with others in a team-based environment and maintain a high degree of personal credibility
  • Responsible for the coordination of business-led solutions while driving the HSE agenda
  • Ability to work within the business and apply HSE solutions within the particular business context
  • Requires excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Ability to conduct HSE business across multiple time zones
  • Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office software and database tracking programs

5. BA in Environmental Studies with 5 years of experience

  • Must preferably have a relevant NDip, B-Tech, or SAMTRAC with relevant experience
  • Relevant work experience
  • In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g., OSHA/EPA) and procedures
  • Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
  • Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety
  • Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
  • Must be proficient in MS Office
  • Must have working knowledge of safety management information systems

6. BS in Industrial Engineering with 4 years of experience

  • Relevant comparable experience may be considered
  • Experience in HSE roles
  • Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations (STPS, SEMARNAT, PROFEPA, etc.). NFPA and OSHA’s.
  • Must have English fluency
  • Must have project Management and influencing skills
  • Must have leadership, and communicate effectively
  • Able to promote teamwork.
  • Competitive salary and attractive benefits
  • Dynamic and international environment
  • Modern office environment and collaboration tools
  • Forward-thinking policies (e.g., remote working, career breaks)
  • Able to support personal development in a diverse and inclusive environment

7. BS in Safety Management with 7 years of experience

  • Degree or specialization in a scientific area, ideally related to environmental or health fields
  • Experience in the HSE field in a production plant
  • Experience in plant management abroad
  • Complete professional competence in English (written and spoken)
  • Knowledge of the main regulations on safety at work and environmental protection
  • Proficient in the main IT tools related to the assigned duties
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Real team player mindset
  • Confident in liaising with people from all levels of the business

8. BA in Environmental Science with 4 years of experience

  • Experience in Assistant Manager/HSE Supervisor
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001 and ISO 39001
  • Skilled in Accident investigation (warehouse and transport) and able to deliver HSE training
  • Able to familiarize oneself with HSE Audit
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficient with MS Office, CorelDRAW, Photoshop and Software editing video
  • Able to communicate in English
  • Good at writing business/technical reporting and presentation skills

9. BS in Public Health with 3 years of experience

  • Experience from the offshore wind industry and are interested in HSE
  • Must hold a relevant education within HSE, NEBOSH, or IOSH
  • Experience from a similar HSE role within wind power/energy in the maritime/offshore environment
  • Experience with HSE policies and processes
  • Good IT skills, especially Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to quickly understand new systems
  • Knowledge of Risk Assessment practices, COSHH, and the implementation of appropriate control processes
  • Able to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
  • Good knowledge of Safety Regulations and Procedures

10. BA in Human Resources Management with 3 years of experience

  • Good basic knowledge of H & S regulations
  • Clear Communicator and Fluent English language
  • Able to lead by example with a good, positive attitude
  • Keen problem solver
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Good level of computer literacy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to Healthcare with an Industrial background would be an added advantage

11. BS in Chemical Engineering with 5 years of experience

  • A trade qualification is advantageous
  • Experience working with either a Tier 1 or Tier 2  Australian builder
  • Possesses extensive knowledge of construction methodologies
  • Superior understanding of QLD Workplace Health and Safety Act
  • Must have an understanding of the Construction Industry
  • Solid understanding of QLD Health and Safety Legislation
  • Excellent communication and personal skills with the ability to influence and communicate across the organization at all levels
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to work through issues and coach others to resolutions

12. BA in Business Administration with 3 years of experience

  • Hold a relevant qualification in Health and Safety or similar
  • Experience in a similar HSE role
  • Knowledge of ISO standards 
  • Excellent communicator and can organise multiple projects and priorities
  • IT proficient across Microsoft
  • Resilience and self-management of change
  • Passion for HSE and desire for learning
  • A good analytical mind with skills to interrogate data and prepare clear reports
  • Able to build relationships and credibility across the AGL business
  • Effective time management skills

13. BS in Fire Protection Engineering with 8 years of experience

  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
  • Must have 30-hour training in OSHA safety requirements
  • Must have previous experience in large-scale construction programs
  • Experience with aviation projects and/or programs within the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s jurisdiction
  • Good communication skills
  • Must have negotiation skills
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • Ability to flexible
  • Critical thinker and problem-solver

14. BS in Environmental Engineering with 3 years of experience

  • Experience in the wind industry
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Structured and strong attention to details and technicalities with an analytical, unbiased way of working
  • Excellent organizational and technical skills
  • ISO certifications, training and proven experience regarding integrated management systems internal audit
  • Good knowledge of occupational health and safety and emergency situation legislation
  • Good knowledge of the English language - reading and writing
  • Experience in an HSE role
  • Experience in such a role at a manufacturing company handling hazardous waste
  • Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel)
  • Must have HAZWOPER and DOT certifications

15. BA in Environmental Policy with 2 years of experience

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Initiative and Creative idea, Self-motivation and having a Can-Do attitude
  • High ability to work independently and work as team
  • Good command of computer skills, able to communicate in English
  • Able to work overtime or night shift
  • Long-term professional experience in Environmental Health and Safety and in Fixed Facilities
  • Good communicator in English (advanced) and Portuguese
  • Able to demonstrate project management skills and have experience in project leadership
  • Able to show excellent problem-solving, process improvement and analytical skills

16. BA in Public Administration with 5 years of experience

  • Proficient in HSEQ Management Systems, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001
  • Certification in NEBOSH or equivalent
  • Must have BOSIET certificate
  • Must have offshore experience 
  • Relevant experience as HSE Coordinator in Drilling Projects
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Customer-oriented approach
  • Good time-management skills

17. BA in Public Health with 2 years of Experience

  • HSE or relevant work experience, preferably with some experience in Food/Pharmaceutical, with knowledge/experience of Health and Safety and Environmental issues
  • Manage change as directed by the company or legislation
  • Experience in managing and coaching teams to drive HSE initiatives
  • Management/liaison with both staff and the insurance companies regarding claims
  • Basic knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Protection Laws and Regulations
  • Experience with compliance audits and HSE management systems
  • Native/fluent English speaker who possesses the ability to write and converse with confidence in English
  • Excellent communicator (both oral and written) capable of conveying ideas and concepts, and making formal presentations
  • Able to work independently and have little need for close management supervision and direction
  • Possess strong organizational and technical skills, a real passion for their work and are driven to get the job done
  • Able to persuade and influence others effectively

18. BA in Environmental Policy with 1 year of Experience

  • Able to manage corporate and government reporting systems such as SIAAT, SIRCE, SISLECT, SIAAT, DECLARALAB, PASST, ENABLON
  • Must have ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001 (Management Systems)
  • Good manufacturing practices
  • Able to work in confined spaces, work at heights, contractor control, etc
  • Knowledge of safety and hygiene, environmental legislation, emergency response, hazardous waste management, and non-hazardous waste management
  • Knowledge of  general concepts of environmental aspects, Occupational health and safety legislation, Occupational risk concepts, and Safe work procedures
  • Able to perform advanced management of computer tools (Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Internet, Teams, Outlook, Lotus, Skype)
  • Able to write and speak English
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