Safety Officer

Sembol Construction; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembol Construction in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Safety Officer to oversee daily safety on construction sites, conduct inductions and toolbox talks, and ensure compliance with UAE HSE regulations. The role requires 3–5 years of site safety experience and NEBOSH/IOSH credentials.

You will lead safety patrols, enforce PPE use, coordinate with supervisors and subcontractors, and assist in emergency drills. This position is on-site in Abu Dhabi with a strong safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent).
• 3–5 years of experience as a Safety Officer on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of UAE HSE regulations and site safety practices.
• Prior experience conducting inductions, toolbox talks, and safety patrols.
• UAE project experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day safety compliance across all site work areas.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety inductions for site personnel and new starters.
• Identify hazards and unsafe conditions on site and ensure they are promptly addressed.
• Enforce the correct use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices at all times.
• Conduct routine safety patrols and report observations to the HSE Senior.
• Support permit-to-work processes for high-risk activities on site.
• Report incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts, and support investigations as required.
• Maintain accurate daily safety records, checklists, and reports.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and subcontractors to promote a positive safety culture.
• Assist in emergency response procedures and drills on site.

Skills

Hazard identification

Communication

Independent work

MS Office proficiency

Safety-first mindset

Education

OHS diploma/certification (NEBOSH/IOSH)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor day-to-day safety compliance across all site work areas.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and safety inductions for site personnel and new starters.
• Identify hazards and unsafe conditions on site and ensure they are promptly addressed.
• Enforce the correct use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices at all times.
• Conduct routine safety patrols and report observations to the HSE Senior.
• Support permit-to-work processes for high-risk activities on site.
• Report incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts, and support investigations as required.
• Maintain accurate daily safety records, checklists, and reports.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and subcontractors to promote a positive safety culture.
• Assist in emergency response procedures and drills on site.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent).
• 3–5 years of experience as a Safety Officer on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of UAE HSE regulations and site safety practices.
• Prior experience conducting inductions, toolbox talks, and safety patrols.
• UAE project experience is preferred.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong hazard identification and observation skills.
• Good communication skills across a multinational workforce.
• Ability to work independently across large site areas.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office for daily reporting.
• A proactive, safety-first approach to work.