HSE Manager

Aramex; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramex is seeking a focused HSE Manager to develop and manage health, safety, and environmental policies across the organization in Dubai. You will lead risk assessments, audits, and training programs to prevent incidents and injuries while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in HSE, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and professional certifications (CSP/CIH desirable). You will coordinate emergency plans and foster a strong safety culture company-wide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Professional CSP, CIH certification or equivalent highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental roles, preferably in a managerial capacity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local legislation, including OSHA, ISO standards, and other regulations.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and safety drills to ensure adherence to HSE protocols.
• Identify hazards, perform risk assessments, and develop control measures to mitigate risks.
• Review and update risk assessments and communicate safety precautions.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses with detailed reports and corrective actions.
• Design and deliver HSE training programs for employees on safety practices and emergency procedures.
• Promote safety awareness and a strong safety culture through workshops and communications.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including fire drills and evacuation plans.
• Act as lead during emergencies, coordinating with internal teams and external authorities.
• Conduct safety performance evaluations and recommend improvements to safety standards.
• Ensure accurate reporting of accidents and hazards to senior management.
• Oversee security protocols to protect employees and assets, including access, CCTV, and alarms.

Skills

HSE management

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in OH&S or related field

CSP/CIH certification desirable

Job description

Job Description:

Purpose of the Job

HSE Manager (Health, Safety, and Environment Manager) plays a critical role in ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. The primary purpose of this job is to develop, implement, and manage health, safety, and environmental policies and programs to prevent accidents, injuries, and work-related illnesses. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with local legislation, including OSHA, ISO standards, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and safety drills to ensure adherence to HSE protocols.
• Identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and develop control measures to mitigate risks.
• Review and update risk assessments as necessary, ensuring that safety precautions are effectively communicated to all relevant parties.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, preparing detailed reports, and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Design and deliver HSE training programs to educate employees on safety practices, emergency procedures, and workplace hazards.
• Promote safety awareness and a strong safety culture across the organization through workshops, safety briefings, and regular communication.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures, including fire drills, first aid, evacuation plans, and crisis management strategies.
• Act as the lead during emergencies, coordinating with internal teams and external authorities to ensure effective responses to incidents.
• Conduct safety performance evaluations and recommend improvements to enhance overall safety standards within the organization.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of accidents, incidents, and workplace hazards to senior management.
• Oversee security protocols to protect employees, assets, and the premises.
• Implement and manage security systems, including access control, CCTV, and alarms, ensuring they are fully operational and regularly tested.

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental roles, preferably in a managerial capacity.
Proven experience in conducting risk assessments and implementing safety programs.
• Strong background in regulatory compliance and incident investigation.
• Experience in developing and delivering HSE training programs.

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