Construction HSE Lead: Safety, Compliance & Risk

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai seeks a seasoned HSE professional to lead site safety management across construction activities. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, risk assessment, incident investigations, and continuous improvement to uphold the highest safety standards.

Required are a Diploma or Bachelor in a related field, NEBOSH or IOSH certification, and 4+ years of HSE experience including UAE exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in HSE roles within the construction industry, including at least 2 years in UAE.
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Valid NEBOSH, OSHAD, or IOSH certification; NEBOSH IGC preferred.
• Strong understanding of UAE HSE regulations, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, and construction site safety requirements.
• Proven experience in risk assessments, hazard identification, site safety inspections, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and HSE audits.
• Knowledge of PPE compliance, scaffolding safety, working at heights, lifting operations, confined spaces, and permit-to-work systems.
• Ability to conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, emergency drills, and HSE awareness training for site workers.
• Proficient in preparing HSE reports, inspection checklists, incident reports, risk assessments, and safety compliance records.
• Availability: immediate joiners or short notice preferred.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities will be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all site activities comply with local labor laws, HSE regulations and contractual safety requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential hazards; implement control measures and ensure proper PPE use.
• Develop and implement site-specific HSE plans; monitor daily activities for compliance.
• Provide induction and ongoing HSE training; organize drills and awareness programs.
• Record, investigate, and report accidents and near-misses; implement corrective actions.
• Carry out routine site inspections and safety audits; ensure equipment and scaffolding safety.
• Ensure emergency procedures are in place and practiced; coordinate with emergency services if required.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers and subcontractors on safety matters; maintain signage and instructions.
• Maintain daily safety logs and prepare weekly/monthly safety performance reports.
• Recommend improvements in site safety procedures and stay updated with new safety technologies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Coordination

Education

Bachelor/ Diploma in HSE or related

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Confidential Company in Dubai seeks a seasoned HSE professional to lead site safety management across construction activities. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, risk assessment, incident investigations, and continuous improvement to uphold the highest safety standards.

Required are a Diploma or Bachelor in a related field, NEBOSH or IOSH certification, and 4+ years of HSE experience including UAE exposure.