Manager - Health and Safety

Jumeirah Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality group in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee the implementation of health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in the HSE field, including 2 years in a managerial role, preferably in hospitality. The role includes risk assessments, HSE committee meetings, and proactive action planning. Benefits include a supportive work environment, development opportunities, and a competitive tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams (AED).

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Access to Learning & Development programmes

Colleague discounts on food and hotel stays

Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance

Paid annual leave

Incentive programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in HSE field, with 2 years in managerial role ideally in hospitality.
• Good knowledge of local and international legislation, standards and best practices.
• Understanding of food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and oversee the implementation of Health, Safety and Environment.
• Conduct periodic Risk Assessments and manage identified risks.
• Chair monthly HSE committee meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Fluency in English

Team player

Job description

Overview

Manager - Health and Safety – Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, United Arab Emirates

Jumeirah is a global leader in luxury hospitality with properties across multiple regions. Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is an exclusive beachside resort on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, featuring the Talise Ottoman Spa, a curated selection of restaurants, and family-friendly experiences.

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health & Safety Manager to join our team for Jumeirah Zabeel Saray.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and oversee the implementation of Health, Safety and Environment within the respective SBU/SSU
• Conduct Risk Assessment periodically and ensure identified risks are managed and controlled
• Chair the monthly HSE committee meeting and raise and deliberate with committee on any HSE issues
• Monitor trends and recommend pro-active action plans to remedy potential problems
• Facilitate, investigate and analyze incidents/accidents and make sure lessons learned are shared and communicated to the concern parties, verify the continuing implementation and effectiveness of the operations with regards to HSE

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years experience in HSE field, with 2 years in managerial role, ideally within the hospitality sector and have a good knowledge of local and international legislation, standards and best practices. The candidate should also have a good understanding with regards food hygiene.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with different groups of diverse needs and requirements in a motivational manner.
• Good team player with ability to drive results and to motivate / manage the performance of others.
• Personality that conveys poise and credibility with high levels of convincing and influencing skills to gain SBU/SSU Senior Management’s trust and respect, shows strong initiative and able to work autonomously with regular communication to Group HSE and other HSE Managers within the region
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written

About the Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Incentive programmes aligned with leadership performance

Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)

Job Info

• Job Identification 113193
• Job Category Health, Safety & Environment