HSE Manager

Al Marfaa Road Contracting; Sharjah; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Marfaa Road Contracting seeks an experienced Strategic HSE Leader to establish and continuously improve the project HSE Management System in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, while aligning with corporate goals.

The role includes serving as primary liaison with client reps and municipal authorities across GCC, managing risk frameworks for complex infra projects, and overseeing safety campaigns and executive risk reporting. A senior professional with GCC exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Civil/Environmental/Safety fields.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent mandatory.
• Lead Auditor ISO 45001/14001 mandatory.
• Grad IOSH/CMIOSH favored; GCC experience beneficial.
• Minimum 10–15 years in HSE on large-scale civil infra projects.
• Strong knowledge of GCC labor laws and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish and continuously improve HSEMS aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Liaise with client reps, consultants and authorities (RTA, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defense).
• Manage risk through HIRA/JSA frameworks for complex works (deep trenching, shoring, micro-tunneling).
• Oversee Traffic Management Plans and public safety on high-speed roads and urban sites.
• Enforce confined space protocols for manholes and pipelines; monitor gas and ventilation.
• Lead investigations for LTIs and major near-misses; implement CAPA actions.
• Coach HSE engineers and inspectors; audit contractors and pre-qualify vendors.
• Report HSE KPIs (LTIFR/TRIFR) to executives; support board presentations.
• Drive safety training campaigns and leadership safety walks.

Skills

HSE leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Team leadership

Crisis management

Client negotiations

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental/Safety Management

NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 45001 & ISO 14001)

Grad IOSH / CMIOSH status preferred

Job description

Strategic HSE Leadership

Establish champion and continuously improve the project HSE Management System (HSEMS) aligned with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and corporate goals.

Regulatory Client Compliance

Serve as the primary liaison with client representatives, consultants and municipal government authorities e.g. RTA, Ashghal, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defense, Environmental Protection Agencies.

Risk Emergency Management

Establish project-wide hazard identification and risk assessment frameworks (HIRA, JSA) for complex infrastructure operations including deep trenching, shoring, micro-tunneling, dewatering, hot mix asphalt operations and active road closures. Oversee emergency preparedness and response drills.

Traffic Public Safety Governance

Approve and oversee complex Traffic Management Plans (TMP), temporary diversions and public protection protocols on high-speed roadways and urban infrastructure sites.

Confined Space Deep Excavation Governance

Set and enforce strict protocols for deep sewerage manholes, pipeline installations, atmospheric monitoring, ventilation and emergency rescue operations.

Incident Investigation Root Cause Analysis

Lead high-level investigations for critical incidents, lost time injuries (LTI) and major near-misses. Develop, present and track implementation of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans.

Team Management Subcontractor Oversight

Lead and mentor a team of HSE Engineers, Inspectors and Officers. Audit contractor/subcontractor compliance, pre-qualify vendors and enforce contractual safety obligations.

HSE Performance KPI Reporting

Track key performance metrics (LTIFR, TRIFR), audit scores and deliver executive HSE reports and board presentations to senior management.

Culture Training Programs

Drive company-wide safety campaigns, behavioral safety initiatives, specialized technical training and leadership safety walks.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety Management, or equivalent.

Professional Certifications

• NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent NVQ Level 6 / CSP) - Mandatory
• Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 - Mandatory
• Grad IOSH / CMIOSH status preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive HSE experience in large-scale civil infrastructure projects, with at least 5+ years in a Senior HSE Manager role.
• Proven track record in managing Roads, Highways, Sewerage, Underground Utilities, and Deep Drainage Networks.
• Extensive hands-on exposure to GCC local authority approvals, regulations, and reporting standards (e.g., UAE, Qatar, KSA).

Required Competencies & Skills

• Executive-level understanding of deep trenching safety, micro-tunneling, dewatering systems, dynamic compaction, and asphalt paving hazards.
• Master-level knowledge of GCC labor laws, HSE statutory requirements, OSHA, and international safety frameworks.
• Proven team leadership, budget management, and multi-site organizational skills.
• High proficiency in client/consultant negotiation, crisis management, and executive risk communications.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage).
• Valid GCC Driver's License.