HSE Officer

Agthia Group PJSC; Al Ain; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Agthia Group is seeking an HSE Officer for our Al Ain operations. The role focuses on implementing HSE policies, maintaining the HSE Management System and ensuring regulatory compliance to protect employees and the environment.

You will perform site inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations while promoting HSE awareness and providing first aid support. Experience in the food sector and relevant certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Engineering or Science (or related field).
• 2–3 years of experience in a large organization; food industry is a plus.
• NEBOSH/IOSH First Aider Fire Fighter ISO 45001/ISO 14001 auditor certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement HSE policies, procedures and the HSE Management System (HSEMS).
• Conduct site inspections, audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Identify and report health, safety and environmental hazards and ensure corrective actions.
• Promote HSE awareness, provide workplace guidance and first aid support; act as Fire Marshal during emergencies.
• Monitor environmental, food defense and food security requirements.
• Track, update and communicate HSE KPIs and maintain key HSE records.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor in Engineering/Science

Tools

HSEMS

Job description

Position

HSE Officer

Location

BMB – Al Ain

Overview

The HSE Officer will be responsible for ensuring a safe and environmentally compliant workplace by identifying HSE risks, maintaining Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems, and ensuring timely corrective actions to prevent incidents, protect employees, and minimize environmental impact.

What Will Your Day Look Like?

• Implement HSE policies, procedures, and the HSE Management System (HSEMS).
• Conduct site inspections, audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Identify and report health, safety, and environmental hazards and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Promote HSE awareness, provide workplace guidance and first aid support, and act as Fire Marshal during emergencies.
• Monitor environmental, food defense, and food security requirements.
• Track, update, and communicate HSE KPIs and maintain key HSE records.

How Will You Make an Impact?

• Ensure compliance with internal and external HSE standards and requirements.
• Reduce workplace risks through proactive monitoring, investigations, audits, and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement of HSE and quality systems and processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve health, safety, environmental performance, and business value.
• Support effective resource and cost management while maintaining a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor in Engineering or Science or related fields.

Minimum Experience

• 2-3 years functional experience in a large organization in similar capacity (food industry is a plus).
• Having NEBOSH International Certificate, IOSH, First Aider, Fire fighter, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 auditor certifications or equivalent certifications will be an added advantage.

Functional Knowledge

• Knowledge of HSE legislation and its application.

Grow with Agthia – For the Better

Agthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint. We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies.

Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets. With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide.

Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose-driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference. With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.”

Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverage but also making a meaningful impact on the world. Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'