QHSE Department Manager (UAE Nationals Only)

Yokogawa; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa is seeking a Quality and HSE Manager to oversee and enhance the Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas or petrochemical industry and will possess strong communication skills in both English and Arabic.

This role involves upholding ISO standards, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. At Yokogawa, we commit to diversity and fostering an inclusive culture where every employee can thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in an engineering company serving the Oil & Gas/Petrochemical industries.
• Excellent knowledge in establishing QHSE MS including ISO 9001, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001.
• Strong English communication skills in written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor & improve the Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems.
• Review & update procedures to fulfill applicable Quality and HSE standards.
• Conduct QHSE related trainings.

Skills

Managerial skills

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player with people skills

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA or industry equivalent qualifications

Job description

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About The Team

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Purpose

• Maintain and continually improve YMA's Quality and HSE Management System.
• Support in developing Quality and HSE Programs that will enhance YMA capabilities to meet challenging customer requirements and management standards.
• Provide complete, timely and error‑free support to other departments to meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Continuously monitor & improve the Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Management Systems (MS) – ISO 9001, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001.
• Review & update procedures and other supported documents by defining departmental processes and setting up relevant procedures to fulfill applicable Quality and HSE standards.
• Executing audits & inspections and follow‑up on corrective & preventive actions.
• Respond to all kinds of complaints and requests raised.
• Prepare and conduct risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and accidents involving personnel and equipment including dangerous occurrences.
• Prepare the related periodic reports & analysis and recommend preventive measures.
• Conduct QHSE related trainings.
• Maintain & execute QHSE strategies and standardization across all operations.
• Create and promote QHSE awareness culture.
• Represent the company on QHSE issues.
• Provide support to operations in order to achieve QHSE performance targets.
• Liaise with other departments on operational matters such as quality, health, safety, security, emergency response and environmental issues.
• Act as a liaison for product compliance communications between YMA concerned departments.
• Timely & accurately acquire & share information of law & regulations related to product compliance.

Qualification And Experience

• Basic qualification – Engineering degree or equivalent.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA or industry equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in an engineering company serving the Oil & Gas/Petrochemical industries.
• Excellent knowledge in establishing QHSE MS including, but not limited to: ISO 9001, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Standard, etc.
• Strong English communication skills in written and oral.
• Good project management skills.

Competencies

Essential

• Managerial skills.
• Excellent English and Arabic language skills with strong editorial capability.
• Experienced and knowledgeable on the key responsibilities and functions listed above.

Skills

Essential:

• Self‑motivated with minimal supervision.
• Project management and organizational skills to handle multiple issues.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• A team player with pleasant people skills.
• Logical thinking and analytical skills.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.