HSE Manager

Six Construct; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dubai is seeking a highly experienced HSE Manager to drive HSE initiatives, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of proven experience in the health, safety, and environment sectors, particularly within operational management and industrial settings. Responsibilities include defining HSE objectives, conducting risk assessments, and leading incident investigations, ensuring a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Competitive benefits and career growth potential are included.

Benefits

Career Growth

Competitive Benefits

Positive Workplace Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in HSE management.
• Demonstrated experience in O&M or industrial operations.
• Fit to work in industrial environments and shift-based operations.

Responsibilities

• Support management in implementing HSE requirements.
• Define and execute annual HSE objectives and plans.
• Lead risk assessments for all O&M operations.

Skills

Experience in multicultural environments

Health, Safety, and Environment management

Knowledge of PTW, LOTO, and confined spaces

Incident investigation methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety

NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor certification

OSHA training/certification

Job description

Job Description

What You Will Drive

• Support senior and plant management in implementing company, regulatory, and client HSE requirements and annual objectives.
• Define and execute annual HSE objectives, KPIs, and action plans in alignment with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and O&M plant standards.
• Serve as a strategic advisor, coaching line management to ensure HSE ownership at all operational levels.
• Develop, maintain, and act as custodian of the HSEMS and Environmental Management System, ensuring they remain fit for purpose throughout the plant lifecycle.
• Oversee all documentation, procedures, SOPs, safe work instructions, checklists, and audits required for plant operations.
• Ensure compliance with STP‑specific regulatory frameworks, including environmental permits, discharge criteria, chemical storage, waste handling, and confined space legislation.
• Lead the plant HSE team (Safety Officers, Environmental Advisor, Permit Coordinators).
• Manage recruitment, competency assessments, performance reviews, and mentoring of HSE personnel.
• Ensure adequate HSE staffing coverage for 24/7 O&M activities (shift operations).
• Oversee PTW, LOTO, and energy isolation controls for all maintenance and operational tasks.
• Lead risk assessments for all O&M operations, including:
  • H₂S and toxic gases
  • Confined spaces
  • Biological, chemical, and pathogen exposure
  • High‑voltage electrical panels and MCC rooms
  • ATEX hazardous zones
  • Sludge handling, centrifuges, thickening, pumps, and rotating equipment
• Ensure process safety controls are applied to prevent incidents, releases, or plant upset conditions.
• Develop, maintain, and test a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan (ERP) for O&M operations (gas release, chemical spills, equipment failure, fire, medical emergencies).
• Coordinate emergency drills with local authorities, medical services, civil defense, and the client.
• Ensure availability and readiness of emergency equipment.
• Lead incident investigations using approved methodologies (ICAM, TapRooT, 5‑Why).
• Prepare and submit formal investigation reports and ensure close‑out of corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform trend analysis and develop action plans to systematically reduce incidents.
• Provide safety assurance during audits, plant reviews, and operational updates, and lead the follow‑up and close‑out of all actions from internal and external HSE audits.
• Ensure data integrity and timely submission of monthly HSE performance reports to management and the client.
• Monitor contractor compliance and integrate subcontractor activities into the plant’s OSHMS.
• Identify training needs and coordinate safety training programs with HR/Training.
• Promote a culture of care, trust, hazard awareness, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the company during HSE meetings with clients, consultants, regulators, and external authorities.
• Participate in early outage planning workshops to define scope, risks, constraints, and resource requirements.
• Develop a dedicated Outage HSE Plan addressing shutdown risks, temporary works, emergency arrangements, and contractor coordination.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and process engineering to ensure safe process bypassing during outages.

Qualifications

You're a Great Fit if You Have

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management, with proven experience in O&M, utilities, process plants, or industrial operations.
• Demonstrated experience working in multicultural environments across the Middle East.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (essential).
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent; or Post Graduate Diploma or Post Graduate Degree in a related discipline (essential).
• ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor certification; OSHA training/certification (essential).
• IOSH Certified Member.
• Formal training in incident investigation methodologies (e.g., ICAM, TapRooT) is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of PTW, LOTO, confined spaces, H₂S, ATEX, electrical safety, and chemical hazards.
• Additional HSE credentials related to high‑risk operations are an advantage.
• Fit to work in industrial environments and shift‑based operations.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working with Us

• Exciting Projects
• Career Growth
• Diverse Team
• Competitive Benefits
• Positive Workplace Culture

Additional Information

Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.