Road Safety Coordinator

ACC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ACC Group is seeking a Road Safety Coordinator in Abu Dhabi with 5+ years in Oil & Gas/industrial projects to implement and maintain RTSMS and oversee vehicle transport safety. The role requires ensuring driver qualifications, conducting safety trainings, and coordinating Journey Management Plans across projects.

Responsibilities include audits, incident investigations, and reporting on KPIs to management, while ensuring ADNOC and UAE traffic standards compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, safety or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in road safety roles within Oil & Gas, EPC or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of UAE road safety standards and journey management.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the RTSMS per company and client requirements.
• Monitor project vehicle movements and ensure compliance with journey management procedures.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and verify driver qualifications and licenses.
• Coordinate JMPs for personnel and material transport activities.
• Lead road safety inductions, toolbox talks and awareness campaigns for drivers.

Skills

Defensive driving

Safety management

Incident investigation

Education

Engineering or Safety degree

Job description

3 - 10 Years

Full Time

Job Description

Position: Road Safety Coordinator

Experience Required: Minimum 5+ Years in Oil & Gas Plant Projects

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Road Transport Safety Management System (RTSMS) in accordance with company and client requirements.
• Monitor and control all project vehicle movements, ensuring compliance with approved journey management procedures.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and verify compliance with project and client standards before mobilization.
• Ensure all drivers possess valid licenses, required certifications, and client approvals.
• Conduct defensive driving assessments and monitor driver competency.
• Coordinate and implement Journey Management Plans (JMP) for personnel and material transportation activities.
• Monitor driver behavior, including speed limits, seat belt usage, fatigue management, and adherence to traffic rules.
• Review and maintain records related to vehicle inspections, driver qualifications, permits, and transportation documentation.
• Carry out regular road safety audits, inspections, and spot checks on project vehicles and drivers.
• Investigate road traffic incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts, and prepare detailed investigation reports with corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with client road safety requirements, ADNOC standards, and applicable UAE traffic regulations.
• Organize and deliver road safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns for drivers and employees.
• Coordinate with transport supervisors, logistics teams, and HSE personnel to improve transportation safety performance.
• Monitor vehicle tracking systems (GPS/IVMS) and analyze driver performance reports.
• Ensure effective implementation of fatigue management and emergency response procedures related to transportation activities.
• Participate in HSE meetings, audits, and client inspections as required.
• Prepare and submit periodic road safety reports, statistics, and KPIs to management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Safety, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Road Safety Coordinator/Supervisor in Oil & Gas, EPC, or Industrial Construction projects.
• Experience working on major Oil & Gas projects and shutdown/turnaround activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of ADNOC Road Safety Standards is an added advantage.

Mandatory Requirements

• Valid UAE Driving License.
• Certification in Defensive Driving or Road Safety Management preferred.
• NEBOSH IGC/IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent HSE qualification preferred.
• Good knowledge of Journey Management Systems, IVMS, and fleet safety requirements.
• Familiarity with UAE Traffic Laws and client-specific transportation safety standards.
• Strong knowledge of Road Transport Safety Management Systems.
• Excellent incident investigation and reporting skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and report preparation.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a multicultural environment.
• Good understanding of HSE regulations, risk assessment, and safe work practices.

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

30.06.2026

Job ID

JOB_249

Department

Operational Safety

Location