Safety Engineer – (DEWA / Transco / Taqa)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a competent Safety / EHS Engineer for high-voltage projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of EHS experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and must be NEBOSH certified. Responsibilities include conducting safety inductions, implementing HSE plans, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Immediate joiners preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of proven experience in EHS roles.
• NEBOSH Certification is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage transmission lines and substations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HSE inductions and awareness sessions for all site personnel.
• Develop and monitor HSE and welfare plans.
• Perform routine site inspections.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Experience in Overhead Transmission Lines

Experience in Substation Projects

Knowledge of safety regulations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical)

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.

Position

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

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