Emirati EHS Specialist: Projects, Compliance & Safety

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Systems LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a proactive UAE National HSE Officer/Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs. You will drive compliance, risk management, and a strong safety culture across operations, collaborating with the Centre of Expertise and project teams.

You will support HSE compliance, deliver training, and engage stakeholders while ensuring alignment with regulatory and company requirements.

Qualifications

• UAE national with relevant engineering degree and HSE certifications (e.g., NEBOSH IGC).
• Experience in client-facing roles is highly regarded.
• Solid knowledge of ISO 14001 and 45001 within certified organizations.
• Proficient with MS Office, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Project HSE Plan and Emergency Plan; update as required.
• Conduct HSE drills: Fire, Environmental, Rescue.
• Lead HSE meetings and Life Saving Rules assessments.
• Review Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Subcontractor HSE Plans.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions; report HSE statistics.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Problem-solving

Team player

Driver's license

Education

Engineering degree / diploma (Mech/Chemical/Civil/Environmental/Electrical/Science)

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Hitachi Energy Systems LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a proactive UAE National HSE Officer/Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs. You will drive compliance, risk management, and a strong safety culture across operations, collaborating with the Centre of Expertise and project teams.

You will support HSE compliance, deliver training, and engage stakeholders while ensuring alignment with regulatory and company requirements.