HSE Senior Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role involves implementing and maintaining HSE policies, conducting risk assessments, and managing HSE awareness sessions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Occupational Safety, at least 7-10 years of experience in a similar role, and must hold a NEBOSH IGC certification. This position ensures compliance with safety standards in a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in HSE roles within the construction industry.
• NEBOSH IGC certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain HSE policy and procedures.
• Conduct daily HSE awareness sessions for the workforce.
• Ensure compliance with Company PTW procedures.
• Inspect project regularly to ensure safe operations.

Skills

HSE management

Risk assessments

Incident investigations

Safety training

Knowledge of local HSE regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Occupational Safety

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Implement and maintain company HSE policy, procedures and the project HSE plan.

Conduct HSE awareness sessions, toolbox talks to workforce under his project on a daily basis.

Ensure that all PTW required works are conducted according to Company PTW procedures.

Ensure that all HSE risk assessment control measures are performed in a proper way.

Inspect the project under his authority regularly in a daily basis to ensure that all works are conducted in a safe way.

Report any incidents that happen in his project such as unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near-misses or accidents.

Has the right to stop unsafe works or non‑conformity works against project HSE plan, company procedures or HSE standards.

Supervise and lead subcontractors HSE officers.

Record HSE key performance indicators monthly and issue HSE reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in HSE roles within the construction/contracting industry.
• Certification: NEBOSH IGC (mandatory), OSHA, IOSH, or equivalent preferred.
• Good knowledge of local HSE regulations and international best practices.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety training.
• TAQA approved as senior HSE engineer.