HSE-Engineer

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is hiring a HSE Engineer in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will lead SH&E programs, develop site-specific safety plans, audit sites, and investigate incidents.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of UAE health and safety regulations, NEBOSH or equivalent qualifications, and extensive construction safety management experience in the Middle East. You will collaborate with project teams, oversee orientation for new hires, and represent SH&E on worksites, ensuring compliance with client and corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental or relevant engineering.
• OSH certifications such as NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6/7.
• ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor certificate.
• Extensive knowledge of UAE and Abu Dhabi health and safety regulations and ADOSH‑SF framework.
• Minimum 12+ years of construction safety management in the Middle East; 2+ years as OSH Engineer/Manager on supervision or PM roles.

Responsibilities

• Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in establishing and managing ESHARP and Parsons SH&E processes.
• Develops site-specific work plans, SH&E compliance programs, training programs, and orientation plans.
• Collaborates with SH&E and project managers to evaluate contractors’ SH&E performance and risk management.
• Audits projects and worksites against standards; prepares audit reports.
• Implements Parsons’ injury and incident reporting/management processes.
• Conducts incident investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Prepares OSH statistics and audit reports.
• Represents the program SH&E manager on project worksites and during safety inspections.
• Oversees safety orientation for new hires.

Skills

OSH knowledge and leadership

Strong communication

Supervisory/managerial capability

UAE driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental/engineering

NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6/7

ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

HSE Engineer

Abu Dhabi, UAE

We’re hiring a HSE Engineer to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. With Parsons’ extensive expertise in safety and your knowledge of safety policies and procedures, this role offers a great opportunity to advance your career.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in the establishment and management of ESHARP Management and Parsons SH&E processes, identifying and eliminating/controlling any hazards to persons and property.

• Develops site‑specific work plans, SH&E compliance programs, training programs, and orientation plans fully conforming to relevant SH&E regulations, Parsons’ ESHARP management system, and client requirements.

• Collaborates with SH&E and project and program managers to evaluate contractors’ SH&E performance, planning, and culture to be consistent with the company’s risk management practices and core values.

• Audits projects and programs and their worksites against corporate and client standards; to detect and correct safety hazards, creates, and submits written audit reports.

• Implements Parsons’ occupational injury and incident reporting and management processes.

• Initiates and conducts thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses using secure protocols.

• Performs trends analyses on audit findings, inspection findings, and incident reports; creates and submits regular analysis reports.

• Represents the program SH&E manager on project or program worksites.

• Supervises emergency response team and first aid personnel in providing services emergency situations and to occupationally injured or ill personnel.

• Prepares and reviews audit and inspection reports and OSH statistics reports and presentations

• Represents management during safety inspections of the job site by regulatory authorities or company insurance carriers.

• Provides oversight to the Parsons’ new hire safety orientation process and other safety related training.

• Review risk assessments for upcoming work and provides technical assistance to the safety planning process.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in safety, health and environmental/loss prevention or any relevant Engineering Disciplines from an accredited university.

• Recognized OSH education, certifications (e.g NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6/7 etc. )

• ISO 45001:2018 Lead auditor certificate.

• Extensive knowledge of UAE and Abu Dhabi health and safety regulations and reporting procedures including ADOSH‑SF (Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health – System Framework)

• Minimum 12+ years of construction safety management experience in middle east region. Preferably at least 2+ years shall be as OSH Engineer/ Manager on Construction Supervision or Project management role with reputed consultants.

• OSH management experience in both Infrastructure and Buildings construction projects.

• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication and report writing skills.

• Ability to perform in a supervisory/managerial capacity.

• Holds valid UAE Driver’s license.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest.