HSE Engineer

SDV Consulting Engineers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

SDV Consulting Engineers seeks a seasoned HSE Lead with extensive Middle East construction safety management experience. You will ensure compliance with SDV HSE standards, ISO frameworks, and client requirements, while leading risk assessments, incident investigations, and training to promote a strong safety culture.

The role requires UAE-based candidates with Abu Dhabi experience, strong reporting, and leadership in SH&E areas across infrastructure and buildings projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of construction safety management experience in Middle East
• Lead OSH Engineer/Manager on construction supervision or project management roles
• Experience in Building (villa/high-rise/warehouse) and infrastructure projects
• NVQ/NEBOSH International Diploma or above
• Familiar with ADOSH-SF standard and local regulations
• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 knowledge and auditor qualification
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Experience in UAE and Abu Dhabi preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure SDV HSE Management System alignment with ISO standards and client frameworks
• Evaluate and approve HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and emergency procedures
• Perform daily/weekly site inspections for safety compliance and corrective actions
• Lead or oversee incident investigations and implement root-cause actions
• Develop and test emergency response plans and conduct drills
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams on HSE matters
• Compile monthly HSE performance reports and incident statistics
• Audit projects against SDV standards and prepare written audit reports

Skills

Safety management

OSH leadership

Hazard identification

Incident investigation

Report writing

Communication

MS Office

Education

NVQ

NEBOSH International Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

SDV Consulting Engineers offers a comprehensive selection of services in all major engineering disciplines, project management, and project development. We provide FEED, EPCM, PMC, Commissioning, and Advisory Services for the industrial sector, primarily in manufacturing & processing, energy, hydrogen plants, cold stores, and specialty facilities. For more information, visit www.sdvce.com.

Role Description

• Ensure the project follows the SDV HSE Management System, including policies, procedures, and legal requirements. This includes aligning with ISO standards and client-specific frameworks.
• Evaluate and approve HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and emergency procedures submitted by contractors before work begins.
• Perform daily and weekly site inspections to verify compliance with safety protocols, identify hazards, and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Provide directions to HSE Contractor, ensuring they monitor site activities effectively and consistently enforce safety requirements.
• Conduct induction training, toolbox talks, and specialized safety training to enhance workforce competency and promote a strong safety culture.
• Lead or oversee investigations of incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions. Ensure root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Develop, test, and evaluate emergency response plans, ensuring drills are conducted as per project requirements and performance standards.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure compliance with legal requirements and smooth communication on HSE matters.
• Compile and submit monthly HSE performance reports, inspection findings, incident statistics, and compliance updates to the client and project management.
• Identify opportunities to enhance HSE performance, recommend improvements, and support initiatives that strengthen safety culture across the project.
• Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in the establishment and management of SDV Management 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, 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 SDV corporate and client standards; to detect and correct safety hazards, creates, and submits written audit reports.
• Conducts trend analysis on audit findings, inspection results, and incident reports, and prepares comprehensive analytical reports for SDV management and client review.
• Leads and supervises the emergency response team and first-aid personnel, ensuring effective support during emergencies and proper care for occupational injuries or illnesses.
• Prepares, reviews, and validates occupational safety and health statistical reports.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities relevant to the role as required by project or organizational needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of construction safety management experience in middle east region out of which at least 5 years shall be as Lead OSH Engineer/ Manager on Construction Supervision or Project management role with reputed consultants.
• Previous experience in Building (villa/high-rise/warehouse) & infrastructure projects
• Minimum level -06 qualifications (NVQ, NEBOSH International diploma) or above will be added advantage.
• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and recognized auditor qualification.
• Must be familiar with ADOSH-SF standard other local compliance and regulation.
• OSH management experience in both Infrastructure and Buildings construction projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication and report writing skills.
• Exceptional in Microsoft word, excel and PPT.
• Ability to perform in a supervisory/managerial capacity.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience working in Abu Dhabi is highly preferred
• Candidate currently in UAE is mandatory