Safety Assurance Specialist

Etihad Rail Operating Companies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railway company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Safety Management professional to oversee safety management systems, ensure compliance with regulations, and conduct regular inspections. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in safety roles and possess strong knowledge of railway safety regulations. Excellent communication and adaptability skills are essential for promoting a safety culture within the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in safety or risk related roles, preferably in rail.
• Experience in updating hazard logs and maintaining risk registers.
• Knowledge of local and international railway safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of safety management systems.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance.

Skills

Risk management

Safety regulations knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Cultural sensitivity management

Adaptability and resilience

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Safety Management

Job description

Position Overview

The position is responsible to support the implementation and maintenance of the safety management systems, ensuring compliance with UAE railway regulations. The position also supports the development of the operational safety case for the UAE rail network. This role requires a meticulous professional with a strong understanding of railway safety regulations, risk assessments, and assurance processes, as well as expertise in updating hazard logs and maintaining risk registers.

Be a critical thinker with a keen interest in improving the organization's internal control structure and to promote an organizational safety culture that puts safety at the foundation of everything we do.

Roles and Responsibility

• Assist in the development and implementation of rail safety management systems in accordance with local and international railway standards.
• Ensuring compliance with the operational safety case is maintained, including management of operational limitations.
• Update the hazard log and maintain the risk registers, ensuring all identified risks are documented and managed effectively.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with railway safety regulations and the operations safety case.
• Collaborate with various departments to integrate safety measures into all aspects of rail infrastructure operations, including construction, maintenance, and train services.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and the operations safety case.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, hazard logs, and risk registers.

• Stay current on industry best practices, regulations, and standards related to railway safety, and assist in updating Etihad Rail Infrastructure’s safety procedures accordingly.
• Support the investigation of safety incidents, near misses, and accidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures
• Participate in the development and delivery of safety training programs and initiatives to promote a strong safety culture within the organization, in line with the operations safety case.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Academic Qualifications:

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Safety Management, Risk or related field.

Professional Qualifications:

• Certification in risk management techniques
• Professional membership in audit, health and safety, risk, environmental management or engineering is highly desirable
• Full Driving license is essential

Experience:

• 5+ years in safety or risk related roles, preferably rail
• Experience in updating hazard logs and maintaining risk register
• Possession of previous international experience in a high hazard industry
• Knowledge of local and international railway safety regulations and standards
• Experience in writing reports, processes and procedures
• Experience in rail operations / rail infrastructure is desirable.

Other Skills:

• Excellent communication skills are necessary in all forms with a proven ability to speak publicly and present in a professional manner.
• Excellent English language skill both written and verbal. Knowledge of Arabic is preferable.
• Able to manage cultural diversity in the workplace and recognise the sensitivities between different cultures.
• Adaptability and resilience to work in a harsh environment with most of the time being employed in desert locations.
• Be a person of trust and integrity and a people person who possesses the ability to influence, coach and mentor others. Be a safety role model and lead by example.