HSE Support Officer - UAEN

MediaSource FZC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MediaSource FZC in Abu Dhabi is seeking an HSE Support Officer entry-level position designed to develop UAE Nationals by exposing them to core Health, Safety, and Environmental operations.

The role supports policy implementation, compliance monitoring, and day-to-day safety activities across sites and offices, building foundational knowledge in risk management and regulatory compliance for a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a High School Diploma; further safety qualifications preferred.
• 0-2 years of HSE or safety-related experience; fresh graduates welcome.
• Basic HSE training such as IOSH/NEBOSH preferred but not mandatory.
• Nationality: UAE National only.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of HSE policies, procedures, and safety standards across sites and departments.
• Assist in site inspections, safety walkthroughs, and hazard identification activities.
• Support incident reporting, documentation, and preliminary investigations under supervision.
• Maintain records of safety inspections, training logs, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Assist in organizing HSE training sessions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns.
• Monitor PPE compliance and safe work practices.
• Support risk assessments and track corrective actions.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Prepare basic HSE reports, statistics, and dashboards.
• Provide administrative support to the HSE team as assigned by the Direct Manager.

Skills

HSE basics

Risk assessment

Incident reporting

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma/Bachelor in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Excel

Job description

Job Purpose

The HSE Support Officer is an entry-level role designed to develop UAE Nationals by providing practical exposure to core Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) operations. The role supports the implementation of HSE policies, compliance monitoring, and day-to-day safety activities across sites and offices.

The position focuses on building foundational knowledge in workplace safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance while contributing to a safe and compliant working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of HSE policies, procedures, and safety standards across sites and departments.
• Assist in conducting site inspections, safety walkthroughs, and hazard identification activities.
• Support incident reporting, documentation, and preliminary investigations under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training logs, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Assist in organizing HSE training sessions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Monitor compliance with PPE requirements and safe work practices.
• Support risk assessments and help track corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with site teams to ensure adherence to local authority and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing basic HSE reports, statistics, and performance dashboards.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the HSE team as assigned by the Direct Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: High School Diploma (Diploma/Bachelor’s in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred)
• Experience: 0-2 years of HSE, safety, site coordination, or compliance-related experience; fresh graduates welcome
• Certification: Basic HSE training (e.g., IOSH/NEBOSH - preferred but not mandatory)
• Nationality: UAE National only

• Working days/hours - 4 (four) days a week and 5 (five) hours a day.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic understanding of workplace health and safety principles
• Knowledge of risk assessment and hazard identification concepts
• Strong observation and reporting skills
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain compliance standards
• High ethical standards and commitment to safety culture
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

KPIs

• Timely completion of safety inspections and assigned HSE tasks
• Accuracy and completeness of HSE documentation and reports
• Compliance rate with safety policies and PPE requirements
• Timely reporting of incidents and hazards
• Successful completion of assigned HSE training and development programs