Required HSE Officer for a construction company

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Dubai seeks a seasoned HSE professional to lead site safety management across construction activities. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, risk assessment, incident investigations, and continuous improvement to uphold the highest safety standards.

Required are a Diploma or Bachelor in a related field, NEBOSH or IOSH certification, and 4+ years of HSE experience including UAE exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in HSE roles within the construction industry, including at least 2 years in UAE.
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Valid NEBOSH, OSHAD, or IOSH certification; NEBOSH IGC preferred.
• Strong understanding of UAE HSE regulations, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, and construction site safety requirements.
• Proven experience in risk assessments, hazard identification, site safety inspections, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and HSE audits.
• Knowledge of PPE compliance, scaffolding safety, working at heights, lifting operations, confined spaces, and permit-to-work systems.
• Ability to conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, emergency drills, and HSE awareness training for site workers.
• Proficient in preparing HSE reports, inspection checklists, incident reports, risk assessments, and safety compliance records.
• Availability: immediate joiners or short notice preferred.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities will be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all site activities comply with local labor laws, HSE regulations and contractual safety requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential hazards; implement control measures and ensure proper PPE use.
• Develop and implement site-specific HSE plans; monitor daily activities for compliance.
• Provide induction and ongoing HSE training; organize drills and awareness programs.
• Record, investigate, and report accidents and near-misses; implement corrective actions.
• Carry out routine site inspections and safety audits; ensure equipment and scaffolding safety.
• Ensure emergency procedures are in place and practiced; coordinate with emergency services if required.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers and subcontractors on safety matters; maintain signage and instructions.
• Maintain daily safety logs and prepare weekly/monthly safety performance reports.
• Recommend improvements in site safety procedures and stay updated with new safety technologies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Coordination

Education

Bachelor/ Diploma in HSE or related

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Responsibilities Key Roles and Responsibilities

• 1 a Compliance Legal RequirementsEnsure all site activities comply with local labor laws HSE regulations and contractual safety requirements Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory requirements and industry best practices
• 1 b Risk Assessment Hazard ControlConduct regular risk assessments and identify potential hazards Recommend and implement control measures to minimize risks Ensure proper use of PPE Personal Protective Equipment
• 1 c Safety Planning MonitoringDevelop and implement site-specific HSE plans Monitor daily activities to ensure compliance with approved safety procedures Conduct toolbox talks and daily safety briefings
• 1 d Training AwarenessProvide induction training for new workers Organize regular HSE training sessions drills and awareness programs Promote a culture of safety and encourage reporting of unsafe acts conditions
• 1 e Incident Accident ManagementRecord investigate and report accidents incidents and near-misses Recommend corrective and preventive actions Maintain proper documentation of all safety-related events
• 1 f Inspection AuditCarry out routine site inspections and safety audits Ensure equipment tools and machinery are safe and properly maintained Check scaffolding lifting equipment and confined spaces for compliance
• 1 g Emergency PreparednessEnsure emergency procedures fire evacuation medical are in place and practiced Maintain first-aid facilities and coordinate with emergency services if required
• 1 h Coordination CommunicationLiaise with project managers engineers and subcontractors on safety matters Report directly to management on HSE performance Ensure safety signage and instructions are displayed at appropriate locations
• 1 i Record Keeping ReportingMaintain daily safety logs inspection checklists and compliance reports Prepare weekly monthly safety performance reports for management and consultants
• 1 j Continuous ImprovementRecommend improvements in site safety procedures Stay updated with new safety technologies and practices

Experience

Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in HSE roles within the construction industry, including at least 2 years of UAE experience.

Education

Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Certifications

Certifications: Valid NEBOSH, OSHAD, or IOSH certification. NEBOSH IGC preferred.

Regulatory Knowledge

Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of UAE HSE regulations, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence (DCD), and construction site safety requirements.

Technical Expertise

Technical Expertise: Proven experience in risk assessments, hazard identification, site safety inspections, incident investigations, emergency response planning, and HSE audits.

Site Safety Management

Site Safety Management: Knowledge of PPE compliance, scaffolding safety, working at heights, lifting operations, confined spaces, and permit-to-work systems.

Training & Communication

Training & Communication: Ability to conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, emergency drills, and HSE awareness training for site workers.

Documentation

Documentation: Proficient in preparing HSE reports, inspection checklists, incident reports, risk assessments, and safety compliance records.

Skills

Skills: Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and coordination skills, with the ability to enforce safety standards across multiple construction activities.

Computer Skills

Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word, for HSE reporting and documentation.

Availability

Availability: Immediate joiners or candidates with a short notice period preferred.

Additional Preference

Additional Preference: Candidates with previous experience handling multiple construction sites and coordinating with consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities will be given preference.