Safety Officer

Holcim; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer for their Sharjah team. You will ensure work activities are safely conducted, promote a proactive safety culture, and lead emergency preparedness efforts. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with a safety certification and 5-8 years of experience in HSE procedures. Join us to build safety into everything we do.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a valid safety certification (NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Level 3).
• 5–8 years of experience implementing HSE procedures in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong communication, reporting, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and report unsafe acts or conditions.
• Provide guidance to operations teams for HSE performance.
• Conduct risk assessments for hazardous activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Training and engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree with safety certification (NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Level 3)

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Safety Officer to join our Sharjah team.

In this role, you will ensure that all work activities are carried out safely and efficiently, in line with company and regulatory standards. You will play a key part in promoting a proactive safety culture, conducting inspections, leading emergency preparedness efforts, and supporting the development of HSE procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, identify, and report unsafe acts or conditions, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and support to operations and maintenance teams to maintain high HSE performance standards.
• Conduct risk assessments for hazardous activities and ensure proper control measures are implemented.
• Lead emergency response planning and drills, ensuring readiness and compliance.
• Monitor work activities across all company sites and ensure adherence to company HSE policies and company standards.
• Deliver HSE inductions, awareness programs, and coordinate safety training for employees and contractors.
• Support accident investigations and contribute to HSE events, campaigns, and initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with a valid safety certification (NEBOSH IGC / IOSH Level 3).
• 5–8 years of experience implementing HSE procedures in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong communication, reporting, and influencing skills — with the ability to train and engage people at all levels.
• Passionate about safety with an eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Apply now and be part of a team that builds safety into everything we do.