HSE Engineer

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified HSE Engineer to implement and oversee project-specific health, safety, and environmental management systems. This role demands minimum 12 years experience in HSE, familiarity with local regulations, and ability to conduct audits and training. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and engage in incident investigations, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive safety culture on-site. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the health, safety, and environmental field.
• Previous experience in high-rise building and/or villa projects.
• Membership of a recognized professional body at graduate level or above.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of project-specific HSE management systems.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Oversee safety-critical systems and promote safety culture.
• Investigate and report incidents, accidents, and near-misses.

Skills

Health Safety and Environmental management

Technical knowledge

Local HSE regulations awareness

Incident investigation

Leadership in safety culture

Education

HSE Level 5/6 qualification

HSE Level 3 qualification

Degree or certification in HSE or related field

Tools

ISO 14001 auditor qualification

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

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.
• Good technical/engineering knowledge.
• Previous experience in high-rise building and/or villa projects.
• Excellent understanding of local HSE regulations and HSE procedures as per UAE and Abu Dhabi laws (ADOSH).
• HSE Level 5/6 qualification is mandatory.
• HSE Level 3 qualification is mandatory.
• 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.