HSE Project Manager

Innovo Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovo Group in Dubai is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead a project HSE team and implement compliant HSE management systems for multiple sites. You will liaise with clients and authorities, oversee risk assessments, audits, and KPI-driven performance, while ensuring subcontractor compliance with HSE rules.

The role requires a degree or diploma in HSE, 10+ years in GCC contracting, and fluency in English. ISO 45001/14001 experience is essential for this leadership position.

Qualifications

• HSE Degree or diploma.
• 10+ years experience in GCC contracting companies.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Hands-on experience implementing ISO 45001 & ISO 14001.

Responsibilities

• Manage project HSE team and develop compliant HSE systems.
• Assist Area HSE manager and liaise with client on HSE issues.
• Monitor HSE team performance and ensure plan compliance.
• Ensure risk assessments are developed and followed.
• Review project requirements and enforce HSE standards.
• Organize site walks and ensure deviations are addressed.
• Lead project HSE committee meetings.
• Assess activity risk and implement controls.
• Audit findings and ensure regulatory implementation.
• Coordinate staff appraisals and KPI setting.
• Liaise with authorities and report incidents.
• Manage subcontractor compliance with HSE rules.
• Coordinate inspections and training; review monthly safety stats.

Skills

HSE leadership

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

HSE degree or diploma

Further zoning qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

Job description

Job Description:

Role Purpose

Manage project HSE team by developing and implement HSE management systems compliant with local and national HSE legalization for specific projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the Area HSE manager in HSE related matters; assess project HSE standards and general appearances.
• Liaise with project consultant and client as and when required regarding HSE related issues.
• Monitor HSE team performances and ensure their compliance with HSE Management System, HSE plan and requirements.
• Ensure all project Risk Assessments are developed and followed by operational teams.
• Review and advise project management team requirements with regards to HSE standards and general project appearances; follow up and ensure their implementation.
• Organize and ensure project site walks are conducted and all deviations are rectified accordingly.
• Organize and lead project HSE Committee Meetings.
• Assess project activities' exposure to risk and ensure adequate control measures are in place.
• Audit, report and follow up on findings from monthly audits for the project to ensure HSE Management system, safety & environmental plan and legal requirements are implemented.
• Asses, and prepare department staff appraisals and set KPIs accordingly.
• Liaise and communicate with local government/authority and HSE Management at site after any accident occurred.
• Manage all security related issues within the project; report and investigate all accidents and incidents within the project as per company and project specific procedures.
• Ensure all subcontractors comply to Innovo HSE rules and regulations related to HSE Management system, HSE plan and legal requirements.
• Coordinate project HSE inspections with the site HSE Team
• Coordinate training arrangements for site staff.
• Collect and review monthly safety statistics report from all projects and submit to HSE Director.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• HSE Degree or diploma
• Further qualifications as required by relevant zoning authorities
• 10 + years relevant working experience in well-established contracting companies in GCC.
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of HSE standards, Operational hazards and controls, International HSE standards.
• Hands-on experience of implementing ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 requirements.
• Ability to influence employees for the implementation of HSE tools.
• Hands-on knowledge of HSE Management Systems.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills in order to interact with all levels of the business. Fluent in spoken and written English
• Ability to accept direction and complete work independently, demonstrating confidence and conviction with the ability to intervene at all times.
• A self-starter with a high degree of initiative.
• Ability to carry out risk assessments and provide improvement recommendations.
• Ability to work in all outside weather and site conditions.

Requirements: