HSE Manager

CITIC Middle East Contracting L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting company is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to oversee safety initiatives for a major construction project in Ras Al Khaimah. The role demands a minimum of 10 years HSE experience in the UAE construction industry, with strong knowledge of local regulations. Candidates must have relevant qualifications, including NEBOSH certification. This position offers a salary range between AED 20,000 to AED 22,000 per month, depending on experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in the UAE construction industry.
• At least 3 years of direct experience working on projects in Ras Al Khaimah.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is mandatory.
• OSHAD practitioner/auditor certification or equivalent UAE HSE certification required.
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of site safety management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HSE plans.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and monitoring activities.
• Organize and deliver site safety inductions and specialized safety training.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations.
• Liaise with RAK Civil Defense and other local safety authorities.
• Prepare and submit HSE performance reports and management presentations.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the project.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Crisis Management

HSE Management

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive HSE Manager to lead all health, safety, and environmental initiatives for a major construction project in Ras Al Khaimah. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and enforcing the highest safety standards in full compliance with UAE regulations, RAK authority requirements, and CITIC Construction’s global HSE policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of site safety management, ensuring strictcompliance with UAE HSE regulations, RAK authority mandates, and CITIC Construction HSE standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensiveHSE plans, risk assessments (JSA/HIRA), and emergency response procedures.
• Conduct regularsafety audits, inspections, and monitoring activitiesto identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Organize and deliversite safety inductions, toolbox talks, and specialized safety trainingfor employees and subcontractors.
• Leadincident and near-miss investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and timely reporting in accordance with legal and company requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison withRAK Civil Defense, RAK Municipality, and other local safety authoritiesfor approvals, inspections, and compliance matters.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly HSE performance reports, statistics, and management presentations.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the project through continuous engagement, campaigns, and recognition programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of HSE experience in the UAE construction industry, withat least 3 years of direct experience working on projects in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK).
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is mandatory.
• OSHAD (Abu Dhabi) practitioner/auditor certification or equivalent UAE HSE certification (e.g., Dubai Civil Defense approved certification) is required.
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification is highly preferred.
• PriorRAK Civil Defense or RAK Municipality safety approval/registration is a significant advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE federal and local (RAK) HSE laws, construction safety standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HSE management software/systems.

Salary Range

AED 20,000 – AED 22,000 per month (commensurate with experience, certifications, and RAK-specific expertise).