HSE Engineer

Lionshark Middle East Contracting LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dubai seeks a qualified HSE Engineer to oversee health and safety compliance across their UAE-based projects. The role involves implementing HSE management systems and conducting training to promote HSE best practices. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and UAE-specific certifications. Competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the UAE Society of Engineers (S.O.E).
• Trakhess Approval (Green & Orange) for safety operations.
• Local municipal certification for HSE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HSE management plans for UAE construction standards.
• Conduct regular on-site inspections to identify hazards.
• Lead safety inductions and HSE training programs for teams.
• Manage incident reporting in line with UAE labor laws.
• Oversee waste management and pollution control compliance.
• Prepare HSE documentation for internal review and submissions.

Skills

HSE management systems implementation

Safety audits

Training delivery

Risk assessment

Environmental compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified HSE Engineer to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance across our UAE-based construction projects. The role will lead HSE management systems implementation, mitigate on-site risks, and ensure full alignment with UAE federal laws, local municipal regulations, and industry best practices. You will be responsible for conducting safety audits, delivering training, and driving a culture of HSE excellence to protect personnel, assets, and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, implement, and maintain HSE management plans tailored to UAE construction standards (e.g., Dubai Municipality, Trakhess guidelines).
2. Conduct regular on-site inspections to identify health/safety/environmental hazards, and coordinate corrective actions to resolve non-compliance.
3. Lead safety inductions, toolbox talks, and HSE training programs for construction teams, ensuring 100% personnel awareness of local regulations.
4. Manage incident reporting (near-misses, accidents) in line with UAE labor laws, conduct root-cause analyses, and implement preventive measures.
5. Oversee environmental compliance, including waste management, pollution control, and adherence to UAE environmental protection directives.
6. Liaise with local authorities (e.g., Dubai Municipality, Trakhess, Fujairah Dibba Municipality) for HSE permit applications, inspections, and regulatory updates.
7. Prepare HSE documentation (risk assessments, method statements, monthly compliance reports) for internal review and government submissions.

Skills

Required Qualifications & Certifications

1. Academic Background
   • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
2. UAE Government Certifications
   • Active membership in the UAE Society of Engineers (S.O.E).
   • Trakhess Approval (Green & Orange) – to manage both routine safety tasks and high-risk operations.
   • Local municipal certification (e.g., Dubai Municipality Engineer Approval (minimum G+1) or Dibba Municipality Approval (for Fujairah-based projects)) – to comply with emirate-specific HSE regulations.