Dubai HSE Director: Lead Safety on Major Infrastructure

Guildhall | The #1 Ranked Executive Search & Recruitment Agency in Dubai, UAE

Dubai

On-site

AED 1,000,000 - 1,600,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Guildhall is recruiting for a major EPC contractor delivering large infrastructure projects in Dubai. The HSE Director will own site safety leadership, including permits, risk assessment, incident investigations, and the full HSE management plan for a live, large-scale build with an international project management structure.

The role requires 8+ years in HSE on construction sites, NEBOSH IGC, and a degree in Safety/Civil Engineering.

Qualifications

8+ years of HSE management on construction sites.
Experience on large-scale infrastructure, civil or EPC projects.
NEBOSH IGC or equivalent HSE qualification required.
UAE or Middle East project exposure is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Lead HSE Director duties on a live large-scale infrastructure project in Dubai.
Review and approve PTW, JSA/RA, method statements and NCRs.
Manage high-risk operations: lifting, working at heights, scaffolding, excavation.
Lead accident investigations and close out corrective actions.
Run inspections, risk assessments, safety training and emergency drills.
Manage subcontractor HSE compliance across the project.
Prepare HSE plans, management reports, and audit documentation.
Represent HSE to owners, consultants and the project management team.