HSE & Environmental Legal Adviser
Position Overview
Job Description
HSE & Environmental Legal Adviser at Brunei Shell Petroleum
Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) is recruiting an HSE & Environmental Legal Adviser for its Seria headquarters. The role involves advising on health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulatory compliance for BSP's onshore and offshore petroleum operations, a critical function in Brunei's largest energy company.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on compliance with the Environmental Protection and Management Order 2016 for all BSP operations
- Handle environmental impact assessment (EIA) requirements and approvals for new exploration and development projects
- Advise on the Workplace Safety and Health Order 2009 and HSE incident reporting obligations
- Manage environmental permits, waste management compliance, and pollution prevention programmes
- Coordinate with Shell's global HSE legal team on international best practices and standards
- Handle environmental litigation and regulatory enforcement matters
Responsibilities
- Lead HSE legal compliance for BSP's operations
- Manage environmental permitting and regulatory approvals
- Advise on HSE incident response and regulatory enforcement
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer admitted in Brunei, Malaysia, UK, or Australia
- 6-12 years of experience in environmental law, HSE compliance, or energy regulatory work
- Law degree from a recognised university; specialisation in environmental law preferred
- Knowledge of Brunei's environmental legislation and the Environmental Protection and Management Order 2016
- Experience in the oil and gas sector is highly valued
- Fluent in English; Malay is an advantage
Compensation
B$6,000 - B$8,000/year
Practice Area
General Legal
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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