HSE Officer

Hitachi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced HSE Officer responsible for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience in HSE roles within high-risk industries. The position demands excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in English, and a strong understanding of safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as an HSE Advisor in a high-risk industry.
• Experience in client-facing role is highly regarded.
• Computer proficiency with knowledge of software applications.

Responsibilities

• Advise on health and safety requirements for site activities.
• Maintain Project HSE Plan and Emergency Preparedness Plan.
• Conduct routine HSE inspections and assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Proficiency in spoken & written English

Education

Bachelor's degree / Diploma in Mech/Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering/Electrical/Science

Professional certifications (e.g. NEBOSH IGC)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Software applications related to the work

Job description

Location

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job ID

R0106912

Date Posted

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY SYSTEMS LLC

Profession (Job Category)

Legal Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic HSE Officer to join our team. In this role you are responsible for advising the project team on health and safety requirements and standards for site activities and accountable to the Project Manager.

How you’ll make an impact

• Maintaining Project HSE Plan review and update where required.
• Maintaining Project Emergency Preparedness Plan.
• Conducting HSE drills Fire / Environmental / Rescue.
• Assisting Project Manager with HSE Meetings.
• Conducting Life Saving Rules assessment as determined by Project HSE Plan.
• Conducting routine HSE inspections of the project site.
• Conducting periodic audit of Hitachi Energy HSE Operating System.
• Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Reviewing Subcontractor HSE Plans.
• Investigating all incidents.
• Implementing corrective actions from
• Preparing and reporting HSE Statistics hours / training / incidents.
• Implementing HSE Operating Systems in the project.
• You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy core values safety and integrity which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A bachelors degree / Diploma in Mech/Chemical/Civil/Environmental Engineering/Electrical/Science with additional qualification in HSE.
• 5 years experience as an HSE Advisor in a high-risk industry preferably in substation EPC jobs
• Professional certifications (e.g. NEBOSH IGC)
• Experience in a client-facing role is highly regarded
• Communication presentation and training in Development and Delivery Experience.
• Experience engaging stakeholders from across all disciplines in the HSE Program.
• Experience implementing programs and policies within ISO 14001 and 45001 Certified Organizations.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships and promote a harmonious safety environment.
• Ability to complete written reports and electronic communications expeditiously and with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism while in the field.
• Computer proficiency with a strong knowledge of PCs and software applications related to the work such as MS Office Word Excel SharePoint etc.
• A valid non-probationary Drivers License.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and act on safety-related issues conduct root cause incident investigations and handle both uncomfortable and sensitive situations.
• Strong leadership interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Team player and approachable.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English is required.

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Required Experience

Unclear Seniority