HSE Manager - High-Rise and Building Construction

Azizi Development UAE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Developments, through its contracting arm Gardinia Building Contracting, seeks an experienced HSE Manager to lead Health, Safety and Environmental operations across Dubai construction projects. The role demands a strategic safety leader who can implement robust HSE systems and drive a proactive safety culture on high‑rise and villa developments.

Candidates must have a minimum of 15 years in health and safety, including 10 years in construction HSE and at least 7 years as an HSE Manager in

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of overall professional experience.
• At least 10 years in construction HSE.
• Minimum 7 years as an HSE Manager in the UAE.
• Proven experience managing HSE operations for high-rise projects (30+ floors).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE management systems across construction projects.
• Lead and manage site HSE teams and safety personnel.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and local authority requirements.
• Oversee high-risk construction safety measures including work-at-height, lifting and scaffolding.

Skills

HSE leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Regulatory compliance

Contractor management

Multi-site management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering/BTech

Level 6 International Diploma in OHS

NEBOSH IGC

ISO 45001/ISO 14001 awareness or Lead Auditor

Job description

HSE Manager - High‑Rise and Building Construction Job Snapshot – Role: HSE Manager – Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Industry: Construction – Function: Occupational Health and Safety – Experience: Minimum 15 years overall, including 10 years in construction HSE and 7 years as an HSE Manager in the UAE – Job Type: Full Time – Work Arrangement: On‑site

Job Overview Azizi Developments, through its contracting arm Gardinia Building Contracting, is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead Health, Safety and Environmental operations across multiple construction projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The HSE Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HSE management systems, overseeing site safety teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and establishing a proactive safety culture across high‑rise buildings, residential developments and villa construction projects. This senior management position requires extensive experience in construction safety leadership, risk management, incident investigation, environmental compliance and contractor safety performance. Candidates must have at least 15 years of overall professional experience, including 10 years in construction HSE and a minimum of 7 years as an HSE Manager in the UAE. Proven experience managing HSE operations for high‑rise developments of 30 floors or more is essential.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Occupational Health and Safety
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On‑site

Key Responsibilities

HSE Leadership and Management

• Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive HSE policies, procedures and management systems across construction projects.
• Lead and manage site HSE teams, including HSE Engineers, Safety Officers and other safety personnel.
• Establish a proactive safety culture across project teams, contractors, subcontractors and consultants.
• Define HSE responsibilities and promote accountability at all levels of project execution.
• Provide strategic HSE guidance to senior management, Project Directors and construction teams.
• Oversee the consistent implementation of company safety standards across multiple construction sites.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen HSE performance and improve safety management practices.

Construction Site Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UAE HSE legislation, Dubai Municipality regulations, local authority requirements and applicable international safety standards.
• Oversee HSE activities across high‑rise buildings, villa developments and large‑scale construction projects.
• Conduct and supervise site safety inspections, compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure appropriate implementation of approved method statements and safe working procedures.
• Monitor Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) systems.
• Verify that construction activities comply with approved safety requirements.
• Coordinate corrective actions for identified safety deficiencies and regulatory non‑compliances.

High‑Risk Construction Activities

• Oversee safety controls for work‑at‑height activities on high‑rise structures.
• Monitor lifting operations, crane activities and associated lifting equipment safety.
• Ensure appropriate scaffolding inspection and safety arrangements.
• Review safety measures for excavation and confined space activities.
• Monitor temporary works and related construction risks.
• Oversee safety requirements for heavy equipment and machinery operations.
• Ensure high‑risk activities are supported by appropriate risk assessments, method statements and permit controls.
• Coordinate with construction teams to address critical safety concerns before and during execution.

Risk Management and Incident Investigation

• Identify workplace hazards and evaluate risks associated with construction activities.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective measures to reduce occupational safety risks.
• Lead investigations into workplace accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Ensure root cause analysis is conducted and investigation findings are properly documented.
• Monitor the implementation and closure of corrective and preventive actions.
• Review recurring safety incidents and recommend improvements to risk control measures.
• Support effective incident prevention through systematic risk management.

HSE Audits and Performance Monitoring

• Establish and monitor HSE performance indicators across assigned construction projects.
• Review inspection findings, safety audit reports and incident statistics.
• Evaluate contractor and project safety performance against established requirements.
• Conduct management reviews to assess the effectiveness of HSE systems.
• Identify areas requiring improvement and develop appropriate action plans.
• Prepare periodic HSE performance reports for senior management.
• Ensure accurate reporting and documentation of safety activities and compliance findings.

Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety

• Oversee emergency preparedness and response planning across construction sites.
• Ensure appropriate fire safety arrangements are established and maintained.
• Monitor the implementation of emergency response procedures.
• Coordinate emergency drills and evaluate response readiness.
• Identify deficiencies in emergency arrangements and implement necessary improvements.
• Work with project teams to maintain effective emergency communication and evacuation procedures.

HSE Training and Safety Awareness

• Develop and implement HSE training programmes for employees, subcontractors and site personnel.
• Oversee safety induction programmes for personnel working on construction projects.
• Promote awareness of workplace hazards and safe working practices.
• Ensure relevant safety procedures are communicated across project teams.
• Support the development of a positive safety culture through regular engagement and awareness activities.
• Encourage consistent safety behaviour and accountability throughout construction operations.

Contractor and Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with project management, engineering and construction teams to address HSE requirements.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors and external stakeholders regarding construction safety matters.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with company HSE policies and contractual safety obligations.
• Monitor contractor implementation of approved safety procedures.
• Provide guidance to project teams on risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate significant HSE concerns and required corrective measures to relevant stakeholders.
• Support coordination of safety activities across multiple construction projects.

Environmental Management

• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable environmental regulations and project‑specific requirements.
• Oversee waste management and pollution prevention measures.
• Monitor environmental performance across construction sites.
• Support environmental monitoring and sustainability initiatives.
• Implement and monitor environmental management procedures aligned with ISO 14001 requirements.
• Identify environmental compliance issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Promote responsible environmental practices throughout construction operations.

Candidate Requirements

Professional Experience

• Minimum 15 years of overall professional experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in construction Health, Safety and Environment management.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as an HSE Manager in the UAE.
• Experience with leading building contractors is preferred.
• Proven experience managing HSE operations for high‑rise construction projects involving buildings of 30 floors or more.
• Strong exposure to high‑rise building construction and/or large‑scale villa developments.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple construction sites simultaneously.
• Proven ability to lead and supervise sizeable HSE teams.
• Extensive experience in construction safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Practical experience developing and implementing HSE management systems.
• Strong knowledge of UAE construction safety regulations, local authority requirements and international HSE standards.

Educational Qualifications and Certifications

• Bachelor 's degree in Science (BSc), Engineering or Bachelor of Technology (BTech).
• Level 6 International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is mandatory.
• ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Awareness Training or Lead Auditor Training.

Technical Knowledge and Expertise

• Construction HSE Management – Development and implementation of HSE management systems.
• Construction safety policies and procedures.
• Multi‑site HSE operations management.
• High‑rise building and villa construction safety.
• UAE construction safety regulations and Dubai Municipality requirements.
• International occupational health and safety standards.
• Contractor and subcontractor HSE compliance.

Risk Assessment and Safety Control

• Hazard identification and construction risk assessment.
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) systems.
• Method statement review and implementation.
• Work‑at‑height and fall protection safety.
• Lifting operations and scaffolding safety.
• Excavation and confined space safety.
• Temporary works and heavy equipment safety.

HSE Assurance and Environmental Compliance

• Safety inspections and compliance audits.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Corrective and preventive action management.
• HSE performance monitoring and management reporting.
• Emergency preparedness and fire safety.
• Environmental monitoring and pollution prevention.
• Waste management and sustainability practices.
• ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management principles.
• ISO 14001 environmental management requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and HSE team management capabilities.
• Ability to oversee safety operations across multiple construction projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to influence safety behaviour across diverse construction teams.
• Effective contractor management and regulatory coordination skills.
• Strong understanding of construction risk management and incident prevention.
• Ability to provide strategic HSE guidance to senior management.
• High level of accountability, integrity and professional judgment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement.

About Azizi Developments and Gardinia Building Contracting

Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based private real estate developer with an expanding portfolio of residential and commercial developments across the United Arab Emirates. Through its contracting arm, Gardinia Building Contracting, the company supports the delivery of high‑rise buildings, residential communities and villa developments. Gardinia Building Contracting focuses on coordinated construction operations, project execution and maintaining high standards of quality, health, safety and environmental compliance. The HSE Manager will play a senior leadership role in strengthening construction safety performance, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting the safe execution of major building projects.