Health & Safety Manager (Major Infrastructure Civil Works Project)

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

Job summary

A leading construction company in Abu Dhabi seeks a seasoned HSE Manager with over 15 years of experience in managing safety in civil construction. The ideal candidate will develop and implement safety management systems, conduct risk assessments, and lead training initiatives, fostering a proactive safety culture. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Career development programs

Attractive additional benefits

Qualifications

• Strong educational background in health and safety.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in HSE management, 5 in civil construction.
• Familiar with EHSMS development and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an Occupational Safety and Health Management System.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures.
• Lead HSE inductions and training programs.
• Perform regular site inspections and audits.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders and ensure HSE compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

HSE team management

Proficiency in English

Familiarity with safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety

NEBOSH International Diploma

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification

Job description

Company Description

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently has a massive workforce worldwide.

Job Description

• Compliance & System Implementation
  • Develop and implement a compliant Occupational Safety and Health Management System (OSHMS) aligned with ADOSH-SF.
  • Maintain legal compliance with Codes of Practice, Technical Guidelines, and Mechanisms under ADOSH-SF.
• Risk Management & Safety Planning
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement control measures for high-risk activities.
  • Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans.
• Training & Awareness
  • Lead HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and specialized training programs.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture through awareness campaigns and incentive programs.
• Monitoring & Reporting
  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
  • Conduct and lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near-misses, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are documented and implemented.
• Stakeholder Coordination
  • Liaise with contractors, consultants, ADM, ADPHC, and other regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure subcontractor compliance with HSE standards and manage their integration into the OSHMS.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing multicultural HSE teams.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Familiarity with airport operational safety protocols and civil infrastructure logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master\'s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent.
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification.
• Registered OSH Practitioner under ADOSH-SF (or eligible for registration).
• Familiarity with EHSMS development, risk management, and contractor oversight under ADOSH-SF.
• IOSH Certified Member (CertIOSH) as minimum.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in HSE management, with at least 5 years in large-scale civil construction.

Additional Information

We believe our employees are key to our success, hence, we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded & engaged. Career opportunities & training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration.