HSE Engineer

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer in Abu Dhabi to support the implementation of health, safety, and environmental management systems. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience, mandatory HSE Level 6 and Level 3 qualifications, and expertise in local regulations. Responsibilities include conducting audits, developing HSE procedures, and incident investigation to foster a positive safety culture on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years' experience in the health, safety and environmental field.
• Excellent understanding of local HSE regulations as per UAE and Abu Dhabi laws.
• Membership of a recognized professional body with a CPD record.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of project-specific HSE management systems.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Investigate and report incidents and accidents.

Skills

Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Safety Cultural Leadership

Auditing Skills

Education

HSE Level 6 qualification

HSE Level 3 qualification

ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 auditor qualification

Job description

Company Introduction:

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com

Position Summary:

The HSE Engineer supports the implementation of project-specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, client requirements, and local regulations. They conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments, review contractors HSE plans, and oversee safety-critical systems to promote a positive safety culture on-site. The role also involves incident investigation, reporting, and coordinating HSE training and competence programs to maintain high standards of workplace safety and environmental protection.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting management in implementing a project specific HSE Management System in accordance with Hill corporate and Client requirements.
• Assist management in developing project specific HSE procedures in accordance with the Hill Corporate HSE management system and related change management procedures.
• Supporting the implementation and embedding of positive HSE behaviours and leading safety cultures.
• Review, comment and advise the Client on the suitability of the Contractors HSE Management Plan and related safe systems of work.
• Review and approve task specific MSRA / JSA / RAMS based on the requirements of each activity.
• Review and approved, as required, Permit to Work' applications related supporting documentation for suitability.
• Conduct proactive HSE Audits and Inspections as necessary to verify the suitable and sufficient implementation of the Contractors HSE Management Plan.
• Supervise, as required, the operational readiness and performance of HSE Critical Systems and Equipment.
• Review and advise the Client of the suitability of the Contractors HSE induction, training and competence management arrangements.
• Support the implementation of the Hill HSE training and competence arrangements, including but not limited to HSE inductions, risk awareness and management and environmental controls.
• Investigate and Report Incidents.
• Monitor and control Contractor for compliance with contractual and client HSE requirements.
• Preparation of Various HSE reports and Ad hoc reporting as per the client requirement.
• Investigate and Report Incidents, Accidents and Near-misses to Management in accordance with Hill policies and procedures.
• Maintain their own knowledge and competence of current HSE practice, industry developments, and changes in legislation, and internal corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the HSE Director, or line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• The proposed candidate shall have minimum of 12+ years 'experience in the health, safety and environmental field.
• HSE Level 6 qualification is mandatory.
• HSE Level 3 qualification is mandatory.
• Good technical/engineering knowledge.
• Previous experience in villa/high-rise/hotel projects.
• Excellent understanding of local HSE regulations and HSE procedures as per UAE and Abu Dhabi laws (ADOSH).
• Membership of a recognized internation professional body (IOSH, etc.) at graduate level or above with a demonstrable CPD record for the past 12 months.
• A working knowledge of ADOSH (OSHAD).
• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and recognized auditor qualification.
• Must have UAE or Abu Dhabi work experience.