HSE Manager

Parsons Corporation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is hiring a seasoned HSE Manager to lead site safety programs and compliance across construction projects. You will develop SH&E plans, oversee audits, incident investigations, and training, and coordinate with project teams to ensure risk is minimized and regulatory requirements are met.

We seek a leader with 15+ years in Middle East construction safety, UAE/Abu Dhabi regulations knowledge, and strong writing and communication skills. UAE driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in safety/health/environment or engineering.
• OSH education/certifications (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ 6/7).
• ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor certificate.
• Extensive knowledge of UAE/Abu Dhabi HSE regulations and ADOSH-SF.
• Minimum 15+ years of construction safety management in Middle East, with 5+ years as OSH Manager.
• OSH management in Infrastructure and Buildings projects.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to supervise and lead teams.
• Valid UAE driver's license; able to attend in-person interviews in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Advises and assists senior site rep in establishing and managing ESHARP and Parsons SH&E processes.
• Develops site-specific work plans, SH&E compliance programs, training, and orientation plans.
• Collaborates with SH&E, project managers to evaluate contractors’ SH&E performance and risk.
• Audits projects and worksites against standards; prepares audit reports.
• Implements Parsons’ injury and incident reporting and management processes.
• Conducts incident investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Performs trends analyses on audits and incidents and submits reports.
• Represents the SH&E manager on project worksites.
• Supervises emergency response and first aid personnel.
• Prepares and reviews audit/inspection reports and OSH statistics.
• Represents management during safety inspections by regulators or insurers.
• Oversees new hire safety orientation and related training.
• Reviews risk assessments and supports safety planning.
• Performs other responsibilities as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Supervisory experience

Arabic/English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in safety/engineering

OSH certifications (NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ 6/7)

ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor

Job description

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Job Description:

HSE Manager

Abu Dhabi, UAE

When details make the difference, the difference is having you!

At Parsons, we appreciate individuals who focus on the finer details that others might overlook. Your sharp eye for accuracy and strong work ethic make you an invaluable asset. When you’re on the job, nothing gets missed—and we don’t want to miss the chance to have you on our team.

We’re hiring a HSE Manager to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. With Parsons’ extensive expertise in safety and your knowledge of safety policies and procedures, this role offers a great opportunity to advance your career.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in the establishment and management of ESHARP Management and Parsons SH&E processes, identifying and eliminating/controlling any hazards to persons and property.

• Develops site-specific work plans, SH&E compliance programs, training programs, and orientation plans fully conforming to relevant SH&E regulations, Parsons’ ESHARP management system, and client requirements.

• Collaborates with SH&E and project and program managers to evaluate contractors’ SH&E performance, planning, and culture to be consistent with the company’s risk management practices and core values.

• Audits projects and programs and their worksites against corporate and client standards; to detect and correct safety hazards, creates, and submits written audit reports.

• Implements Parsons’ occupational injury and incident reporting and management processes.

• Initiates and conducts thorough incident investigations and root cause analyses using secure protocols.

• Performs trends analyses on audit findings, inspection findings, and incident reports; creates and submits regular analysis reports.

• Represents the program SH&E manager on project or program worksites.

• Supervises emergency response team and first aid personnel in providing services emergency situations and to occupationally injured or ill personnel.

• Prepares and reviews audit and inspection reports and OSH statistics reports and presentations

• Represents management during safety inspections of the job site by regulatory authorities or company insurance carriers.

• Provides oversight to the Parsons’ new hire safety orientation process and other safety related training.

• Review risk assessments for upcoming work and provides technical assistance to the safety planning process.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in safety, health and environmental/loss prevention or any relevant Engineering Disciplines from an accredited university.

• Recognized OSH education, certifications (e.g NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6/7 etc. )

• ISO 45001:2018 Lead auditor certificate.

• Extensive knowledge of UAE and Abu Dhabi health and safety regulations and reporting procedures including ADOSH‑SF (Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health – System Framework)

• Minimum 15+ years of construction safety management experience in middle east region out of which at least 5 years shall be as OSH Manager on Construction Supervision or Project management role with reputed consultants.

• OSH management experience in both Infrastructure and Buildings construction projects.

• Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication and report writing skills.

• Ability to perform in a supervisory/managerial capacity.

• Holds valid UAE Driver’s license.

• Able to attend in-person interviews in Abu Dhabi.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.