Job Description

Entity:

Supply, Trading & Shipping

Job Family Group:

HSSE Group

Job Description:

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior HSE Advisor to join our Supply, Trading & Shipping (ST&S) business in London. This is a senior, highly autonomous role where you’ll use your HSE and operational experience to help the business understand risks, make informed decisions and support safe, reliable and compliant operations.

Although this is an Advisor position, the scope is broad and senior. You’ll work independently, contribute to key decisions and projects, and engage with partners across ST&S and the wider bp organisation. The position does not have direct people-management responsibility, allowing you to focus on technical HSE leadership, influence and business partnership.

You’ll primarily support Refining Products, Trading Europe & Africa and the global Gas, Power, Trading International businesses. Your work will cover established hydrocarbon operations alongside evolving areas such as low-carbon energy, batteries, wind, biofuels and new business opportunities.

You’ll assess HSE and operational risks associated with commercial opportunities, projects and third-party operations, helping teams understand potential exposure and identify practical ways to manage and mitigate risk.

The role offers an opportunity to work across different countries, businesses and subject areas, partnering with commercial teams, originators, HSE and engineering specialists, Safety & Operational Risk Assurance, Security, Ethics & Compliance and Legal.

What you’ll do

• Lead and participate in HSE assessments of commercial opportunities, projects and third-party operated facilities, identifying risks and supporting effective mitigation.
• Provide HSE and operational risk input into new counterparties, deals, activities and projects through the ST&S Assurance and Approvals process.
• Assess risks connected with areas including third-party storage, Non-Operated Joint Ventures, pipelines, trucking and rail.
• Support opportunities associated with evolving and lower-carbon energy activities, applying your existing HSE expertise while continuing to develop your knowledge of new technologies.
• Advise the business on the suitability and risk profile of third-party facilities and the effectiveness of proposed risk-mitigation measures.
• Work closely with commercial teams, originators, third-party facilities and project teams to support the resolution of actions arising from assessments.
• Help develop and implement approaches that support compliance with HSE standards, practices and procedures.
• Support understanding and implementation of bp HSE requirements and local practices.
• Build strong relationships and networks across HSE, commercial and technical teams, sharing knowledge and good practice.
• Use your operational experience to provide pragmatic, credible HSE advice, including in situations where an assessment may be desk-based rather than conducted through a physical site visit.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong HSE knowledge with genuine operational experience and translate that experience into practical advice for the business. Hands-on site experience was identified as particularly valuable for this position.

• Professional HSE or related operational experience gained within a high-hazard environment such as oil and gas, chemicals, logistics, manufacturing or another relevant industry.
• Practical experience of operational or site-based HSE and the ability to identify, understand and help mitigate operational risk.
• Strong knowledge of HSE risk and mitigation, safety management systems, regulations and relevant reporting requirements.
• The confidence to engage constructively with senior leaders and commercially focused teams, providing credible advice and influencing decisions.
• Strong communication, listening, relationship-building and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work effectively with partners at different levels and across multiple functions.
• A curious and adaptable attitude, with an interest in developing your knowledge as technologies, energy solutions and business activities evolve.

Why Join Us?

At bp, you'll be part of an inclusive and collaborative culture where learning, development and wellbeing are prioritised. We offer flexible working, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact. We welcome diverse perspectives and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive. Ready to help shape the stories that keep bp connected and informed? Apply today.

Travel Requirement

Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Barriers and Bowties Management, Coaching, Communication, Continuous Learning, Cost-conscious decision-making, Exposure Risk Management, Hazard Identification, HSSE auditing and self-verification, Human Performance, Influencing, Low carbon process safety hazards, Major accident risk, OMS and bp requirements, Personal Safety, Process safety culture, Process safety hazard recognition, Process Safety Management, Risk Assessment and Response, Risk-Based Decision Making, risk communication, Risk Identification, Risk Management, Risk Management Process {+ 2 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.