Data Centre HSE Lead – GCC Safety & Compliance

AtkinsRéalis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a seasoned HSE leader to drive safety strategy and execution across data centre construction projects in the GCC. You will manage HSE teams on site, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead investigations to drive a robust safety culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or OH&S, 10+ years in HSE, and strong leadership. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive, tax-efficient compensation structure in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of HSE experience.
• At least 5 years in a management-level role.
• Experience on large-scale construction or data centre projects.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Professional certification such as IOSH, CSP, or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations.
• Knowledge of GCC HSE regulations.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent reporting and presentation abilities.
• Ability to drive behavioural safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project HSE strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local legislation and company standards.
• Lead HSE teams across project sites.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification activities.
• Perform site inspections and safety audits.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Monitor contractor HSE performance.
• Conduct safety training and awareness programs.
• Manage emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Prepare HSE reports and KPI dashboards.
• Promote a positive safety culture across the project.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Incident investigations

Regulatory knowledge

HSE reporting

Behavioural safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or OH&S

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

IOSH/CSP certification

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a seasoned HSE leader to drive safety strategy and execution across data centre construction projects in the GCC. You will manage HSE teams on site, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead investigations to drive a robust safety culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or OH&S, 10+ years in HSE, and strong leadership. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive, tax-efficient compensation structure in the UAE.