Health and Safety Officer

TES FE News; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Officer to implement safety protocols to provide a secure environment for students and staff. Candidates must have a relevant degree, NEBOSH certification, and at least 5 years in health and safety management, preferably in education. The institution offers a renewable fixed-term contract, competitive tax-free salary, health insurance, and annual flight allowance.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive international health insurance

Annual flight allowance

Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in education.
• Knowledge of local and international health and safety regulations.
• Experience in conducting training, risk assessments, and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain health and safety protocols.
• Contribute to the efficiency of daily operations.
• Interact regularly with students, staff, and contractors.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, or related field

Tools

NEBOSH certification

Job description

Job Overview

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies are leading US-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, delivering outstanding education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The schools’ reputations for high quality education, outstanding facilities, and innovative use of technology are well established in the UAE.

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys is looking to appoint an experienced Health and Safety Officer. As a Health and Safety Officer at our educational institution, you will create, implement, and maintain health and safety protocols to ensure a secure and nurturing environment for our students, staff, contractors, and visitors.

The candidate will report to the School Operations Manager and support the Operations Department by carrying out a range of assigned tasks related to Operation Health and Safety as needed, contributing to the efficiency and smooth functioning of daily operations.

This role may require occasional after-hours and weekend work for events and emergencies. Regular interaction with students, staff, parents, and outside contractors will be required.

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit the application form and your CV via the TES portal, along with a letter of application outlining your career so far and ambitions within the education profession.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, Public Health, or related field.

Recognized NEBOSH certification

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in health and safety management, preferably within the educational sector.

Knowledge of local and international health and safety regulations and best practices.

Experience in conducting safety training programs, risk assessments and incident investigations.

Excellent communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

We Offer

Renewable fixed-term contract for 2 years

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive international health insurance

Annual flight allowance

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