OHS Officer - Occupational health and safety

Independent Food; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A UAE-based hospitality company is seeking a qualified OHS Officer to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies. The role involves developing safety policies, conducting audits, and implementing training programs. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Occupational Health and Safety and 2-4 years of HSE experience. Strong knowledge of UAE safety regulations and audit skills are essential. The company offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in HSE roles.
• Familiarity with safety management systems such as ISO 45001.
• Proficient in documentation and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure workplace safety compliance with local regulations.
• Conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Implement safety policies and training programs.
• Investigate accidents and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Knowledge of UAE safety regulations

Strong communication skills

Audit skills

Training skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo.

We are presently seeking to hire a highly qualified OHS Officer who will ensure workplace safety compliance with local regulations and company policies. Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs. Conduct safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.

Key Accountabilities

• Specify the output required from the job. Identify key accountabilities and their performance indicators.
• Perform audits across all sites to assess compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure adherence to local, national, and international safety regulations and company policies.
• Identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement control measures to prevent workplace incidents.
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and workplace injuries, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks for employees.
• Monitor and enforce the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure safety equipment is maintained.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in HSE roles.
• Strong knowledge of UAE safety regulations.
• Familiarity with safety management systems such as ISO 45001.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Audit and inspection skills.
• Proficient in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation and presentations.