Chief HSE Manager

Black & Grey HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading group in the UAE seeks a Chief HSE Manager to oversee Health, Safety, and Environment functions across diverse business units. The role includes ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting fire risk assessments, and leading HSE programs in alignment with international standards.

Benefits

Career Growth

Dynamic Environment

Attractive Package

Qualifications

• Min 15 years of experience in HSE with 5+ years in leadership role.
• NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire risk assessments and safety audits for various properties.
• Lead fire safety initiatives and oversee compliance with UAE regulations.
• Monitor environmental performance and drive sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Fire & Safety Engineering

Environmental Science

Tools

Fire Suppression Systems

Emergency Response Solutions

Job description

Black & Grey HR is partnering with a leading group of companies in the UAE to recruit a Chief HSE Manager to lead and oversee the Health, Safety, and Environment function across diversified business units and project sites in the UAE.This is a group-level leadership role accountable for ensuring regulatory compliance, risk identification & analysis, driving risk mitigation, and promoting a strong safety culture with a high emphasis on strengthening fire safety and fire prevention measures, and managing environmental responsibility.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct fire risk assessments and safety audits for buildings, industrial facilities, and commercial properties.
• Establish and enforce robust fire safety and fire prevention protocols in coordination with UAE regulations and standards (DCD, Civil Defence).
• Oversee fire safety initiatives, ensuring all fire protection systems (alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, hydrants) are regularly inspected and maintained.
• Lead fire risk assessments, emergency drills, and response planning across all sites, ensuring alignment with global standards (NFPA, BS, IFC) and UAE fire codes.
• Recommend firefighting equipment, suppression systems, and emergency response plans.
• Advise on security and safety solutions, including CCTV, access control, and evacuation systems.
• Lead and implement HSE programs across all group companies in alignment with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Review architectural and MEP designs to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Supervise and mentor HSE officers, providing training on fire safety, emergency preparedness, and evacuation procedures to ensure consistent -safety compliance across all locations.
• Provide leadership and direction to HSE Officers across business units, managing through a matrix reporting structure to ensure consistent safety practices.
• Monitor environmental performance, drive sustainability initiatives, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans in collaboration with internal teams and local authorities.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and serve as the point of contact for audits and compliance reviews.
• Stay updated on global fire safety standards (NFPA, BS, IFC) and UAE fire codes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Fire & Safety Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Min 15 years of experience in HSE, including strong exposure to fire safety and emergency planning, including 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing multiple sites.
• NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, and Fire Safety Certification (e.g., NFPA, UAE Civil Defence-approved courses) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fire suppression systems (sprinklers, alarms, hydrants), emergency response, and security solutions.
• Experience in working in high-risk environments industries (viz. Oil& Gas, Chemical, Airports, Gas installations, Fuel depots etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Civil Defence codes, life safety regulations, and industry-specific fire prevention standards.
• Proven leadership in managing HSE systems across multiple locations and teams; managing risk and driving incident reduction.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Should be able to work independently with great deal of autonomy / minimum supervision.
• Career Growth : Be part of an ambitious team with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Dynamic Environment : Work in a fast-paced, results-driven organization with a customer-focused culture.
• Attractive Package : Competitive salary and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Fire & Safety Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field. - Min 15 years of experience in HSE, including strong exposure to fire safety and emergency planning, including 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing multiple sites. - NEBOSH IGC, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, and Fire Safety Certification (e.g., NFPA, UAE Civil Defence-approved courses) is preferred. - Strong knowledge of fire suppression systems (sprinklers, alarms, hydrants), emergency response, and security solutions. - Experience in working in high-risk environments industries (viz. Oil& Gas, Chemical, Airports, Gas installations, Fuel depots etc.) - In-depth knowledge of UAE Civil Defence codes, life safety regulations, and industry-specific fire prevention standards. - Proven leadership in managing HSE systems across multiple locations and teams; managing risk and driving incident reduction. - Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. - Should be able to work independently with great deal of autonomy / minimum supervision.