Safety / EHS Engineer – Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) & Substation – UAE (L1)

Hudson Manpower; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manpower agency in the UAE is looking for an experienced Safety / EHS Engineer for high-voltage transmission line and substation projects. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of EHS experience, holds a NEBOSH certification, and possesses strong communication skills in English. Responsibilities include conducting HSE inductions and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of proven experience in EHS roles.
• Hands-on experience in Overhead Transmission Lines and / or Substation Projects.
• Valid passport with at least 9 months validity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HSE inductions and awareness sessions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE and welfare plans.
• Perform routine site inspections and lead incident investigations.

Skills

Safety management

HSE compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

NEBOSH Certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for experienced Safety / EHS Engineers for high-voltage transmission line and substation projects in the UAE. Candidates with prior approvals or direct experience with DEWA, TRANSCO, or TAQA will be given preference.

Job Details

• Job Title: Safety / EHS Engineer
• Location: UAE (On-Site)
• Industry: Transmission Lines / Substation Projects
• Experience Required: 5–10 Years
• Joining: Within 30–60 Days (Immediate Joiners Preferred)
• Certification: NEBOSH Certified (Mandatory)

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical) with regular college is must

NEBOSH Certification (Mandatory)

5–10 years of proven experience in EHS roles

Hands-on experience in Overhead Transmission Lines (220kV / 400kV / 765kV) and / or Substation Projects

Prior DEWA / TRANSCO / TAQA approval or work experience is Must

Valid passport with at least 9 months validity

Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct HSE inductions and awareness sessions for all site personnel
• Develop, implement, and monitor HSE and welfare plans
• Perform routine site inspections and lead incident investigations
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), Work Method Statements (WMS), and risk assessments
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure all works are carried out in line with company HSE policies
• Provide reports and documentation related to safety performance and site compliance