HSE Engineer - Utility Construction

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an HSE Engineer for on-site duties in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role focuses on reviewing and improving HSE plans, managing contractor safety, and ensuring compliance across high-risk construction activities.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of construction HSE experience, a Bachelor's in a related field, and a NEBOSH certificate, with fluent English communication and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HSE/Engineering required.
• NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3 or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 10 years of HSE engineering experience in construction.

Responsibilities

• Review Contractor HSE plans, files, training programs, and induction packages.
• Assess HSE documentation and recommend improvements where required.
• Maintain understanding of contractual HSE requirements and expectations throughout project execution.
• Support definition of HSE performance expectations across hazards, risks and staff.
• Develop, implement and monitor Contractor HSE KPIs with project stakeholders.
• Conduct worksite checks, safety observations, inspections and audits.
• Assign corrective actions and ensure timely close-out.
• Oversee contractor compliance with HSE plans and safe systems of work.
• Monitor permit-to-work and control-of-work implementation.
• Coordinate with supervision teams and Contractors on safety matters.

Skills

Fluent English

Leadership

HSE Knowledge

Contractor Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HSE/Engineering

NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3

Job description

HSE Engineer - Utility Construction

Job Snapshot

Role: HSE Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Industry: Utilities

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant HSE experience

Job Type: Full Time

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Abu Dhabi

Industry: Utilities

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Work Arrangement: On-site

What You 'll Be Doing

• Review Contractor HSE plans, files, training programs, and induction packages.
• Assess HSE documentation and recommend improvements where required.
• Maintain a clear understanding of contractual HSE requirements and performance expectations throughout project execution.
• Support definition of HSE performance expectations covering hazards, risks, controls, competency, organization, and staffing.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Contractor HSE key performance indicators in coordination with project stakeholders.
• Conduct worksite checks, safety observations, inspections, and audits.
• Assign corrective actions and monitor them through satisfactory close-out.
• Oversee Contractor compliance with approved HSE plans and safe systems of work.
• Monitor implementation of permit-to-work and control-of-work requirements.

HSE Supervision and Compliance

The HSE Engineer will provide active oversight of construction safety across the supervision assignment. Particular attention will be required for activities involving live network assets, existing utilities, public road corridors, and areas controlled by third parties. The role will verify that HSE requirements are properly addressed within project documentation and implemented at the worksite, maintaining alignment between approved procedures and actual construction activities.

High-Risk Construction Activities

• Monitor controls for confined-space entry.
• Review excavation and trenching safety arrangements.
• Oversee HSE requirements associated with lifting operations.
• Monitor working-at-height controls.
• Verify safe execution of work near live network assets.
• Review risk assessments and associated control measures.
• Monitor permit-to-work implementation.
• Support emergency response preparedness.
• Verify that safe work practices remain effective as site conditions change.

HSE Documentation and Assurance

Review and verify HSE requirements within project deliverables and construction documentation, including risk assessments and method statements, commissioning procedures, and method statements. The HSE Engineer will assess whether documentation adequately addresses applicable hazards, controls, competencies, and execution requirements before and during site activities.

HSE Performance Management

• Develop and monitor HSE performance indicators.
• Review Contractor HSE performance against project expectations.
• Coordinate HSE meetings and formal performance reviews.
• Maintain effective communication between project parties on HSE matters.
• Track safety observations, audit findings, and corrective actions.
• Monitor recurring issues and areas requiring additional management attention.
• Support HSE reporting and performance evaluation.
• Maintain clear records supporting project HSE governance.

Incident Management and Lessons Learned

Review incident investigations and monitor remedial actions through completion. The role will support the maintenance of risk and lessons learned registers so that findings from incidents, inspections, and project experience can be incorporated into future work planning and safety controls. The HSE Engineer will work with relevant stakeholders to ensure corrective measures address identified causes and are implemented effectively.

Project Coordination

• Act as a focal point between project parties for HSE matters.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings.
• Support pre-mobilization reviews and meetings.
• Attend progress meetings where HSE input is required.
• Coordinate with supervision teams and Contractors on emerging safety matters.
• Communicate HSE requirements clearly across multidisciplinary teams.
• Support consistent application of HSE requirements across concurrent activities.

What Required Skills You 'll Bring

• Bachelor 's degree or equivalent in HSE, Engineering, a technical discipline, or a related field.
• NEBOSH General Certificate Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum, subject to acceptance.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as an HSE Engineer in a construction environment.
• Strong construction safety knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of HSE management systems.
• Practical knowledge of permit-to-work systems.
• Experience with risk assessment processes.
• Knowledge of HSE inspection and audit requirements.
• Understanding of emergency response requirements.
• Experience managing HSE requirements for high-risk construction activities.
• Knowledge of confined-space safety.
• Knowledge of excavation safety requirements.
• Understanding of lifting operation controls.
• Knowledge of working-at-height requirements.
• Familiarity with relevant international standards.
• Familiarity with applicable OSHAD Codes of Practice.
• Strong leadership and delegation skills.
• Sound decision-making capability.
• Strong report writing skills.
• Fluent English communication skills.

What Desired Skills You 'LL Bring

• Experience with TAQA Distribution, ADDC, AADC, or similar water distribution utilities.
• Working knowledge of OSHAD-SF requirements.
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi HSE reporting procedures.
• Familiarity with TAQA essential rules and permit-to-work procedures.
• ISO 45001 training or experience.
• ISO 14001 training or experience.
• Integrated Management System lead auditor training.
• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6 or 7 is advantageous.
• ISO 31000 risk management training or certification.
• Emergency response training, including first aid or firefighting.
• Experience supporting multiple concurrent worksites or regions.
• Valid UAE driving licence.

About Parsons

Parsons supports major infrastructure and utility programs through multidisciplinary engineering, construction supervision, project management, and HSE teams. The company emphasizes safe project delivery, technical excellence, quality management, collaboration, professional growth, employee wellbeing, and continuous improvement.