HSE Manager - Railway

Confidential Careers; Al Ain; In loco; AED 360.000 - 540.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Confidential Careers is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead all health, safety and environmental activities for a major railway infrastructure project in the UAE. The role requires ensuring compliance with UAE/GCC regulations, client standards and ISO 45001/14001, while promoting a Zero Harm safety culture across the project.

The successful candidate will develop the HSE management plan, lead risk assessments, incident investigations and audits, and manage subcontractor HSE performance

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or related.
• Minimum 12–15 years of HSE experience, preferably on major infrastructure or railway projects.
• Proven experience as HSE Manager / Project HSE Manager on large-scale projects.
• Railway or Metro project experience, UAE/GCC regulatory knowledge; NEBOSH Diploma preferred; ISO 45001/14001 Lead Auditor a plus.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain the Project HSE Management Plan, policies, procedures and safety programs.
• Lead HSE activities across railway construction works including civil works, structures, earthworks, track works, stations and railway systems/interfaces.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Auditing

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or related

NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent

ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification

Descrizione del lavoro

HSE Manager – Railway Project

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead and manage all Health, Safety and Environmental activities for a major railway infrastructure project. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with project requirements, UAE/GCC regulations, client standards and international HSE best practices while promoting a strong Zero Harm safety culture across the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Project HSE Management Plan, policies, procedures and safety programs.
• Lead HSE activities across railway construction works, including civil works, structures, earthworks, track works, stations and railway systems/interfaces.
• Conduct and oversee HSE risk assessments, hazard identification, JSA/JHA and method statement reviews.
• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure effective implementation of the Hierarchy of Controls and safe systems of work.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety walks, audits and compliance assessments.
• Lead the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, including root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE/GCC HSE legislation, client requirements and applicable international standards, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Manage and monitor HSE performance of subcontractors and suppliers and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Develop and monitor HSE KPIs, leading/lagging indicators and performance reports for senior management and the Client.
• Lead HSE inductions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns, emergency drills and competency development programs.
• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans and coordinate emergency preparedness exercises.
• Provide HSE leadership, guidance and mentoring to HSE Officers, Engineers, Supervisors and site teams.
• Liaise with the Client, Consultant, railway authorities, regulatory bodies and other stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture throughout the project.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12–15 years of HSE experience, preferably on major infrastructure, railway, metro or transportation projects.
• Proven experience in a HSE Manager / Project HSE Manager role on large-scale projects.
• Railway or Metro project experience is highly preferred.
• UAE/GCC experience with strong knowledge of applicable HSE regulations and requirements.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent HSE qualification is preferred.
• ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
• Strong experience in risk management, HSE audits, incident investigation and contractor HSE management.
• Experience working with major Clients, Consultants and regulatory authorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, reporting and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, multi-disciplinary railway construction environment.

Preferred Railway Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following will be highly preferred:

Railway Infrastructure | Metro | High-Speed Rail | Track Works | Railway Systems | Stations | Tunnels | Bridges | Earthworks | Rail Electrification | Signalling | Telecom | Railway Operations Interface

Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice periods are preferred.