Safety Officer

The HSE Leader™; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Safety Officer in Abu Dhabi, UAE to implement HSE policy, monitor performance, and drive safety improvements on infrastructure projects. You will liaise with the Safety Manager and contractors, ensure safety measures are followed, and review hazard analyses and incident reports to prevent reoccurrence.

The role requires a degree or diploma in engineering or related field, plus 5+ years of HSE experience and UAE certifications (NEBOSH/OSHAD).

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 5+ years in Health and Safety within infrastructure projects.
• Recognized HSE education/certifications (NEBOSH, OSHAD, etc).
• Able to attend in-person interviews in UAE.

Responsibilities

• Implement HSE policy and plan; monitor performance and targets.
• Liaise with Safety Manager and contractors to improve HSE management ethics.
• Monitor contractors for safety measures and best practices.
• Review hazard analyses and risk assessments; monitor control measures.

Skills

HSE management

Construction supervision

Safety compliance

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

NEBOSH/OSHAD certification

Job description

Safety Officer

Full-time

On-site

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

What You'll Be Doing:

• Implement Parsons HSE Policy, HSE Plan and HSE legislation and other requirements, monitor HSE performance, and HSE targets, and suggest measures for further improvement.
• Liaise with Safety Manager and Contractors for the improvement & implementation of Corporate HSE Management ethics.
• Monitor contractors to ensure the implementation of applicable Safety measures and best practices.
• Review Hazard Analysis / Risk Assessment Plan for all key activities and Monitor the effectiveness of hazard control measures, job safety plans, and work method statements at the site and carry out HSE visit and report to Resident Engineer for immediate rectification.
• Review and Monitor Contractors' monthly HSE inspections/reports.
• Conducting monthly Safety meetings, setting the target to achieve the outstanding issues, prepare / submit the minutes to all concerned for follow-up.
• Review Emergency Preparedness and response, Permit to work system, Toolbox Talks, HSE meetings, HSE statistics & records of the contractors according to Company requirements.
• Review Incident/Accident investigation reports from contractors, report & communicating the learning points, and monitor the immediate action and follow-up actions to minimize/prevent re-occurrence.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• A Degree or Diploma preferably in Engineering or any relevant discipline from a recognized University.
• At least 5+ years of related work experience in the field of Health and Safety within infrastructure related projects.
• With recognized Health and Safety education, certifications (ADVETI), license or training in UAE (e.g. NEBOSH, OSHAD - Qudorat/ADOSH SF, First Aid, Fire Safety, etc)
• Able to attend in-person interviews in UAE.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• At least 2 years of recent experience in construction supervision of infrastructure work.
• Preferably with relevant experience working in an engineering consulting firm.
• Preferably with experience the in UAE and with a driving license is an advantage.

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