Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Orbitworks; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Abu Dhabi seeks an EHS Manager to ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a proactive safety culture. The role involves hazard assessments, emergency response planning, and training programs. Candidates must have relevant certifications and a degree in a related field. Join us in shaping the future of satellite manufacturing in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and managing Emergency Response Plans.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, high-power machinery, and production safety practices.
• Working knowledge of UAE labor and EHS laws and international standards (OSHA / ISO).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular hazard assessments across manufacturing and assembly areas.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safe use of equipment.
• Lead safety inductions and training programs.

Skills

EHS Certification (NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001, or equivalent)

Incident investigation and root cause analysis

Strong background in Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related field

Job description

ON‑SITE – FULL TIME – ABU DHABI

Wanna join the adventure?

At Orbitworks, we’re building the UAE’s next-generation satellite manufacturing ecosystem; fast, precise, and with purpose. Safety and operational excellence are at the core of everything we do.

About The Role

• Conduct regular hazard assessments across manufacturing and assembly areas.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safe use of cranes, heavy equipment, and high-power machinery.
• Oversee PPE compliance and equipment safety protocols.
• Ensure EHS compliance across office and laboratory spaces.
• Oversee ergonomics programs, chemical handling, and fire protection systems.
• Develop and maintain evacuation plans, first aid and first response processes, and crisis management procedures.
• Lead regular emergency drills and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor and EHS regulations, OSHA, ISO 45001, and other international standards.
• Liaise with external authorities and auditors during inspections.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and risk assessments.
• Identify potential risks, define mitigation strategies, and track corrective actions.
• Lead safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training programs.
• Promote a proactive and accountable safety culture across all levels.
• Investigate incidents and near misses to determine root causes.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans, maintain EHS records, and report to leadership.

Must Haves

• EHS Certification (NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001, or equivalent).
• Strong background in Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment.
• Experience developing and managing Emergency Response Plans.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, high-power machinery, and production safety practices.
• Working knowledge of UAE labor and EHS laws, and international standards (OSHA / ISO).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to influence cross-functional teams.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Aerospace or Satellite Manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with EHS management software for reporting and analytics.
• Project Management certification or experience.
• Lean / Six Sigma background to integrate safety into process efficiency initiatives.
• May require occasional travel to supplier or launch sites for EHS audits and assessments (Europe / US / Gulf region).

Orbitworks’ mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital’s heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.