HSE Engineer-SWRO

WSP in the Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a proactive HSE Officer to embed Health & Safety policies across projects, sites, and offices in line with local and international standards.

You will review RAMS, conduct inspections, coordinate emergency drills, and provide guidance to project teams to drive continuous safety improvements. Strong communication and English fluency are essential for successful engagement with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant subject.
• NEBOSH IGC or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience on infrastructure projects, preferably involving pumping stations and storage tanks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring project compliance with HSEQ Management System and client requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate health, safety, and environmental plans at project sites.
• Review RAMS and RAMS alignment with legal and client requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Influence

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant subject

NEBOSH IGC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a HSE Officer you have to ensure that Health & Safety policies and procedures are effectively embedded across the projects, sites and office environments in compliance with local and international rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring that the project complies with WSP’s HSEQ Management System and the client’s HSEQ requirements to protect personnel, assets, and the environment.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of health, safety, and environmental arrangements at the project site to ensure compliance with legal, client, and company standards.
• Review and approve contractors’ health, safety, and environmental plans, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS) before work commencement, ensuring alignment with legal and client requirements.
• Conduct regular HSE inspections and audits, ensuring all findings are documented and corrective/preventive actions are effectively implemented and closed out.
• Initiate, coordinate, and test emergency response plans, ensuring scheduled drills are conducted as per project performance standards and legal requirements.
• Follow up on contractors’ incident investigations, verifying root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures to prevent recurrence.
• Provide technical HSE guidance and support to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Conduct regular HSE meetings, toolbox talks, and workshops to promote safety awareness and engagement at all levels.
• Assist in liaising with regulatory and enforcement authorities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and requirements.
• Prepare and submit accurate and detailed monthly HSE reports, capturing key performance indicators (KPIs), incidents, and safety initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture through visible leadership, proactive risk management, and engagement with site personnel.
• Monitor and evaluate environmental aspects and impacts, ensuring compliance with sustainability and environmental management requirements.
• Assist in developing and delivering HSE training sessions for employees, supervisors, and contractors to enhance competency and awareness
• Track and analyze HSE performance trends, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence
• Fluent in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a relevant subject.
• Relevant Health and Safety qualifications, with a minimum of NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in dealing with infrastructure projects. preferably involving pumping station and storage tanks.

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