Health Safety Environment Officer

Binghatti; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic property company in the UAE is seeking an HSE Officer to implement health, safety, and environmental practices across the organization. The role requires ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting risk assessments, and delivering HSE training programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 3 years of relevant experience in health and safety roles. This position involves promoting a safety culture and managing emergency response plans, making it crucial for maintaining workplace safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a similar HSE role.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental laws.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement compliance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and standards.
• Conduct audits and inspections of workplace environments.
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees.
• Investigate accidents, documenting incidents and corrective actions.
• Implement environmental management strategies to minimize impact.

Skills

Health, Safety & Environmental Regulations

Risk Assessment

Training & Awareness

Incident Investigation

Environmental Management

Emergency Response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field

Job description

About Us

Binghatti is one of the UAE’s most dynamic and fast-growing property brands, headquartered in Dubai. We’re known for bold architecture, visionary design and partnerships with global luxury icons such as Bugatti, Mercedes-Benz and Jacob & Co. With a portfolio exceeding AED 15 billion across Dubai’s most prestigious developments, Binghatti continues to transform the city’s skyline and set new standards for innovation and excellence in real estate.

Job Overview

The HSE Officer is responsible for overseeing and implementing health, safety and environmental practices within the organization. This role involves monitoring and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, promoting a safety culture and overseeing the development of HSE procedures and protocols.

Key duties and Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local, national and international health, safety and environmental regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of workplace environments to identify potential hazards ensuring that all departments adhere to HSE regulations.
• Advise management and employees on safety protocols and environmental guidelines.>
• Review and ensure that HSE procedures and policies are up to date and in line with current laws and industry best practices.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

• Conduct risk assessments across all work activities and operational areas, identifying potential safety hazards and environmental risks.
• Develop and implement strategies to eliminate or control identified hazards ensuring continuous safety improvements.
• Ensure that all risks are documented, communicated to the relevant teams and mitigated in accordance with safety standards.

HSE Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees ensuring they are educated on safety protocols, emergency procedures and environmental policies.
• Promote and reinforce a safety first culture across the organization encouraging employees to take an active role in safety.
• Organize safety drills, first aid training, fire drills and other emergency response programs to ensure readiness in the event of an incident.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate accidents, near misses and safety incidents, identifying root causes and ensuring corrective actions are taken to prevent reoccurrence.
• Document all incidents and ensure that they are reported in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Maintain an accurate record of all safety incidents, audits, inspections and corrective actions taken.

Environmental Management

• Oversee and implement environmental management strategies to minimize the environmental impact of operations.
• Ensure compliance with waste disposal, pollution control and resource management practices, promoting sustainable practices within the organization.
• Monitor environmental performance, identify areas for improvement and make recommendations to reduce environmental risks and improve sustainability efforts.

Safety Equipment & Resources Management

• Ensure the proper use, maintenance and availability of safety equipment such as PPE, fire extinguishers and first aid kits across all operations.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure that safety equipment is in good condition and readily available when needed.
• Work with suppliers to ensure that safety materials are procured, stored and distributed in compliance with safety standards.

Regulatory Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up to date records of all HSE activities, inspections, audits and compliance reports.
• Prepare and submit regular HSE reports to management highlighting key metrics, areas for improvement and recommendations for future action.
• Stay informed of changes to HSE regulations and ensure that the organization remains compliant with all relevant legal requirements.

Emergency Response & Preparedness

• Develop and implement emergency response plans ensuring that employees are well prepared for potential emergencies such as fires, accidents or environmental hazards.
• Lead the coordination and execution of emergency drills, evaluating team preparedness and making improvements where necessary.
• Serve as a point of contact during emergencies, providing leadership and guidance in emergency response efforts.

Other Tasks and Accountabilities

• Perform additional tasks relevant to the role / area of expertise as requested by the management to be able to achieve the objectives/commitments.

Position Requirements

Work Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a similar role.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field