HSE Engineer – Power Transmission & Substations

eMinds; Dubai; On-site; AED 153,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

eMinds is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to implement and monitor the Project HSE Plan across power transmission, substation, and telecom construction works in the UAE. You will ensure compliance with TAQA SSR, ISO 45001, and project safety requirements, supporting safe operations near live electrical infrastructure.

The role requires NEBOSH IGC or equivalent and at least 5 years of HSE experience in related fields, with strong communication for client HSE teams and authorities.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH IGC or an equivalent HSE qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in power utilities, substations, or telecom construction.
• Experience working near live electrical infrastructure under permit-to-work systems.
• Knowledge of TAQA Transmission SSR and ISO 45001.
• Experience conducting site inspections, safety audits, and investigations.
• Strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Project HSE Plan across all project sites.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, and HSE training; maintain training matrix.
• Conduct regular HSE inspections and audits; prepare compliance reports.
• Coordinate PTW for activities near live grid stations and substations.
• Identify hazards, review risk assessments, and monitor controls.
• Lead or support incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support emergency response planning and drills.
• Review subcontractor HSE submissions and monitor performance.
• Liaise with client HSE representatives and site teams.

Skills

HSE management

Inspections

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Permit to Work

TAQA SSR knowledge

Education

NEBOSH IGC or Diploma

Tools

TAQA SSR

Job description

HSE Engineer – Power Transmission & Substations

Reference: 10361

Location: UAE

Salary: AED 15,100 per month

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to implement and monitor the Project HSE Plan across power transmission, substation and associated telecom construction works. The role will ensure compliance with TAQA Transmission System Safety Rules (SSR), ISO 45001 and project safety requirements, supporting safe operations near live electrical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement the Contractor HSE Policy and Project HSE Plan across all project sites.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and HSE training; maintain the project training matrix.
• Conduct regular HSE inspections and audits across 44 backbone sites and 3 lab sites, preparing compliance reports for TAQA and internal management.
• Coordinate permit-to-work (PTW) requirements for activities in or near live grid stations, substations, underground cable routes, overhead line (OHL) corridors and gantries in accordance with TAQA SSR.
• Identify hazards, review risk assessments and monitor implementation of appropriate controls for high-risk activities.
• Lead or support investigations into incidents, near-misses and high-risk observations, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are completed.
• Support emergency response planning and conduct drills in line with the Contractor Emergency Response Plan.
• Review subcontractor HSE submissions, monitor safety performance and follow up on corrective actions.
• Liaise with client HSE representatives, PTW authorities and site teams to resolve safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate HSE records and promote a proactive safety culture across multiple sites and contractors.

Qualifications & Experience

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC), NEBOSH Diploma or an equivalent recognised HSE qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in power utilities, substation projects or telecom construction.
• Demonstrated experience working near live electrical infrastructure under formal permit-to-work systems.
• Working knowledge of TAQA Transmission SSR and ISO 45001 requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections, safety audits, incident investigations and subcontractor HSE monitoring.
• Strong hazard identification, risk assessment and incident investigation skills.
• Confident communication with client HSE teams and permit-to-work authorities.
• Ability to coordinate HSE requirements across multiple sites and contractors.
• Proactive approach to safety training, compliance monitoring and corrective-action follow-up.

LinkedIn Skills — 10

Occupational Health & Safety | Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) | Electrical Safety | Risk Assessment | Permit to Work | ISO 45001 | Incident Investigation | Safety Auditing | Emergency Management | Safety Training