Safety Officer

Construction; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai is seeking a qualified safety officer to oversee health and safety in the workplace. The role requires implementing safety programs, maintaining standards, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will be adept at identifying hazards and promoting safety initiatives among staff, fostering a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified and competent safety officer.
• Stay updated with health and safety trends.
• Implement best practices in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Compile safety programs.
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards.
• Conduct regular meetings to share best practices.

Job description

We are looking to employ a qualified and competent safety officer who will be responsible for the health and safety of staff in the workplace. The safety officer will compile safety programs and standardize them to remain consistent, as well as share best practice techniques at regular staff meetings. To ensure success as a safety officer, you must stay updated with the latest trends in health and safety, and consistently implement these practices in the workplace. Ultimately, a top‑notch safety officer will maintain compliance with all safety regulations and ensure that every member of staff complies with the regulated standards.

Safety Officer Responsibilities

• Compile safety programs.
• Practice safe working techniques.
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards.
• Establish a cordial and professional relationship with employees.
• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to share best practice techniques.
• Standardize health and safety in order to remain consistent.
• Identify hazardous waste and disposing of it correctly.
• Promote safety initiatives.
• Compile and maintain relevant registers to ensure compliance.
• Document staff information, minutes of meetings, and reports compiled for management.
• Regularly inspect equipment.