Safety Engineer - Construction

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Safety professional to lead hazard assessments, develop comprehensive safety programs, and ensure regulatory compliance at construction and manufacturing sites in the UAE.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in safety, with CSP/CIH/CHST certifications preferred. You will train employees, manage safety records, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to embed safety into projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Certifications such as CSP/CIH/CHST are preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive safety experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard assessments and risk analyses to identify workplace dangers.
• Develop and implement safety programs, policies, and procedures compliant with regulations.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses, determine root causes, recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Hazard assessment

OSHA knowledge

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Safety and Health

Job description

• Conduct thorough hazard assessments and risk analyses to proactively identify potential workplace dangers, ensuring a safe environment.
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures tailored to specific operational needs and regulatory compliance.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, determining root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide expert safety training and education to employees at all levels, fostering a culture of safety awareness and proactive behaviour.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards, minimizing legal risks.
• Manage and maintain safety records, reports, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for audits and reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and management, to integrate safety into project planning and execution.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging safety technologies, and regulatory changes, continuously improving safety protocols.
• Lead and participate in safety committees, promoting employee involvement and ownership of safety initiatives.
• Assist project management team in developing and executing site-specific safety programs and activities
• Attend, coordinate, and conduct safety orientation and training programs at the project level
• Conduct the project’s leading and trailing indicator data/document collection and trend analyses
• Conduct or assist with major incident analysis
• Record, monitor, and analyse Safety, Injury, and Hazard statistics
• Coordinate OSHA reporting and posting requirements
• Review Safety Submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors.
• Check the site security, fire, First Aid and welfare facilities and ensure that all procedures appropriate to the Works are provided and properly maintained.
• Carry out and record regular site safety inspections.
• Assist with onsite injury management and case management

Desired Candidate Profile

• Possesses a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Holds relevant certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHST, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and expertise.
• Has a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in safety roles, preferably within the construction or manufacturing industry.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of OSHA regulations and other applicable safety standards; international safety standards experience is a plus.