Safety Officer

Careers International; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers International in Dubai seeks an experienced HSE professional to implement safety policies across cement manufacturing and construction sites within the UAE. The role focuses on enforcing health and safety standards and minimizing risks to workers.

The ideal candidate will have mandatory NEBOSH IGC / IOSH certifications, strong knowledge of UAE safety laws, and proven experience in industrial safety.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Solid documentation and reporting abilities to maintain safety records.
• Ability to lead investigations and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect activities to ensure compliance with safety protocols and UAE labor laws.
• Lead safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Develop and deliver safety training and inductions for staff.
• Maintain safety records and ensure documentation is up-to-date.
• Respond to on-site emergencies and coordinate with emergency services as needed.
• Recommend and enforce corrective actions for unsafe practices or conditions.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all departments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation & reporting

Incident investigation

Education

NEBOSH IGC

IOSH

Job description

To ensure the implementation of all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures across the factory premises, and to create a safe working environment by identifying potential risks and enforcing safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and inspect workplace activities to ensure compliance with safety protocols and UAE labor laws.

• Lead site safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.

• Develop and deliver safety training and induction sessions to new and existing staff.

• Maintain all safety records and ensure documentation is up-to-date.

• Respond to and manage on-site emergencies, providing first response and coordinating with emergency services as needed.

• Recommend and enforce corrective actions for any unsafe practices or conditions.

• Promote a strong safety culture across all departments.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years in industrial safety (cement, construction, or heavy industry)

• Experience in a cement manufacturing plant or construction industry is a mandatory prerequisite

• NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / other recognized HSE certifications (mandatory)

• Strong knowledge of UAE health & safety laws and industrial compliance

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong documentation/reporting abilities

• Physically fit, alert, and responsive to factory operations