HSE Officer – Heat Stress & Occupational Safety

Jaheziya; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Jaheziya is seeking an experienced HSE Officer focused on heat stress prevention, occupational health, site inspections, and emergency response at our manufacturing facility.

The role emphasizes monitoring conditions, identifying hazards, implementing preventive measures, and ensuring compliance with HSE requirements and company standards across designated areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in HSE in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health, safety and facility HSE requirements.
• Practical experience in heat-stress prevention and intervention.
• Knowledge of physical, chemical and ergonomic workplace hazards.
• Experience supporting internal, external and ISO audits.
• IOS/NEBOSH certification preferred; ADOSH is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce HSE policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Implement and support the Heat Stress Intervention Plan in high-temperature areas.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and site rounds to identify hazards.
• Perform focused inspections in heat-exposed zones such as potrooms and furnaces.
• Identify early signs of heat stress and ensure preventive actions.
• Maintain hydration/rest/welfare facilities and records.
• Coordinate sample collection and related records.
• Respond to safety incidents and emergencies promptly.
• Deliver safety trainings, heat-awareness sessions, toolbox talks, and pre-job briefings.
• Guide new employees and those returning after leave on heat-stress prevention.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Reporting

Hazard identification

Proactive approach

Education

IOSH / NEBOSH IGC certification

ADOSH certification

Job description

HSE Officer – Heat Stress & Occupational Safety

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HSE Officer to support safe operations across our manufacturing facility, with particular focus on heat stress prevention, occupational health, workplace inspections, and emergency response.

The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining a safe working environment by monitoring workplace conditions, identifying potential hazards, implementing preventive measures, and ensuring compliance with applicable HSE requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce HSE policies, procedures, and safety protocols across designated operational areas.

• Implement and support the Heat Stress Intervention Plan, particularly in high-risk and high-temperature work areas.

• Conduct regular safety inspections and site rounds to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement.

• Conduct focused inspections in high-risk areas such as potrooms, baking furnaces, outdoor operational areas, and other heat-exposed locations, in line with heat-mapping requirements.

• Identify and report early signs and symptoms of heat stress and ensure appropriate preventive actions are taken.

• Ensure hydration stations, rest areas, cool rooms, and other employee welfare facilities are accessible, adequately maintained, and properly stocked.

• Coordinate the timely collection of required samples and completion of related records.

• Respond promptly and effectively to safety incidents and emergencies.

• Deliver safety training, heat-awareness sessions, toolbox talks, and pre-job briefings as required.

• Provide additional attention and guidance to new employees and employees returning to work after leave regarding heat-stress awareness and prevention.

• Maintain accurate HSE records, inspection reports, incident documentation, and related records.

• Prepare and issue a weekly Heat Stress Intervention Plan summary report.

• Collaborate with operations, shift supervisors, and other departments to ensure comprehensive safety coverage.

• Coordinate with site operational leads and shift supervisors to align work planning with hot and humid working conditions.

• Escalate identified safety gaps and improvement opportunities to the relevant shift head or supervisor on a daily basis.

• Support internal and external HSE audits and ISO management system audits.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in HSE, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of occupational health, workplace safety, and manufacturing-facility HSE requirements.

• Practical experience in heat-stress prevention and intervention measures.

• Good knowledge of occupational health and hygiene, including the ability to identify, evaluate, and support the control of workplace hazards such as physical, chemical, and ergonomic risks.

• Experience supporting internal audits, external audits, and ISO management system audits.

• IOSH / NEBOSH IGC certification or equivalent is preferred.

• ADOSH certification is an advantage but is not mandatory.

Key Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and make timely decisions.

• Strong organizational and reporting skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and operational teams at different levels.

• Proactive approach to hazard identification and prevention.

• Ability to work effectively in a demanding industrial environment, including hot and humid conditions.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on HSE professional who is comfortable spending significant time in operational areas and engaging directly with employees and supervisors. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical HSE knowledge with a practical, proactive approach to preventing incidents and protecting employee health and wellbeing.