HSE Manager (Marine & Infrastructure)

Ignite Search & Selection; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HSE Planning & Compliance professional in the United Arab Emirates. The role involves developing and implementing HSE plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading safety initiatives on large-scale infrastructure projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and considerable HSE experience with relevant certifications. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape safety culture in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of HSE experience, including at least 5 years in infrastructure projects.
• NEBOSH IGC / NEBOSH Diploma / OSHA / IOSH certifications (mandatory or preferred).
• ISO 45001/14001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project-specific HSE plans and risk assessments.
• Oversee HSE compliance for infrastructure projects on-site.
• Lead incident investigations using RCA techniques.

Skills

HSE compliance oversight

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Traffic management

Environmental management

Safety training delivery

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Management or Environmental Science

Tools

ISO 45001/14001 standards

NEBOSH / OSHA certifications

Job description

HSE Planning & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific HSE plans, risk assessments, and emergency response procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations (e.g., RTA, Ashghal, MOT, ADM, DM, etc.), ISO 45001/14001, and internal company standards.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), HAZID, and risk assessments for road works, deep excavations, utility diversions, and heavy equipment operations.

Site Safety Management

• Oversee HSE compliance on-site for roads, highways, bridges, drainage and sewer networks, pipe laying, and utility infrastructure projects.
• Implement and monitor Permit to Work (PTW) systems for high-risk activities: excavation, hot works, lifting, confined spaces, traffic diversions, night shifts.
• Conduct daily site inspections and coordinate with engineers, construction teams, and subcontractors.

Traffic & Public Safety

• Develop and enforce Traffic Management Plans (TMP) ensuring the safety of workers, road users, and pedestrians.
• Coordinate safe road diversions, signage, and temporary works in compliance with authorities’ standards.

Incident Prevention & Emergency Response

• Lead incident and near-miss investigations using RCA techniques and implement effective corrective actions.
• Maintain HSE performance metrics (LTIR, TRIR, near-miss reports) and prepare daily/weekly/monthly safety reports.
• Lead emergency drills for trench collapse, electrocution, utility strikes, fires, and vehicular accidents.

Environmental Management

• Implement environmental protection controls such as dust suppression, noise/vibration monitoring, waste segregation, spill prevention, and erosion control.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and local environmental regulations.

Training & Culture Development

• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns specific to infrastructure hazards.
• Promote proactive safety culture and safe behavioral practices through BBS (Behavior-Based Safety) programs and Stop Work Authority.

Leadership & Coordination

• Manage and mentor HSE teams (officers, supervisors, inspectors).
• Participate in client, consultant, and authority meetings, addressing safety issues and presenting performance reports.
• Coordinate HSE matters with Project Managers, QA/QC teams, and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related field.
• NEBOSH IGC / NEBOSH Diploma / OSHA / IOSH certifications (mandatory or preferred).
• ISO 45001/14001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
• First Aid, Firefighting & Confined Space Entry certifications recommended.
• Minimum 10–15 years of HSE experience, including at least 5 years in roads, highways, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with authorities such as RTA, Ashghal, MOT, ADM, Musanada, etc. (as applicable).
• Proven experience implementing HSE systems on large-scale infrastructure projects.