Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE in Dubai to monitor HSE performance, review risk controls, and support incident prevention on major infrastructure projects. The role requires strong knowledge of UAE HSE regulations and ISO/NEBOSH aligned training.

You will work with Safety Engineers, Safety Manager, and site teams to ensure compliance and safe construction practices. The ideal candidate holds a related degree with at least five years of experience in infrastructure

Qualifications

• B.Sc. degree or equivalent in Environmental Engineering, Loss Prevention, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience in infrastructure construction.
• Experience with microtunneling, pipe jacking, trenchless technology advisable.
• Recognition of UAE HSE requirements and ISO/NEBOSH training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement project HSE policies, plans, and applicable requirements.
• Monitor site HSE performance against objectives and targets.
• Review hazard analyses and risk assessments for key activities.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents, and corrective actions.

Skills

HSE management

Construction safety

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety inspections

Communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field

NEBOSH / ISO safety certifications

UAE safety regulations knowledge

Job description

Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE Job Snapshot Role: Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Occupational Health and Safety Experience: Minimum 5 years Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for an experienced health and safety professional with strong exposure to infrastructure construction, microtunneling, pipe jacking, and trenchless technology projects. Parsons is hiring a Safety Officer to monitor contractor HSE performance, review risk controls, support incident prevention, and help maintain compliance with project safety plans, UAE requirements, and established health and safety procedures.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Occupational Health and Safety Salary: 9000-15000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Safety Officer will support the effective implementation of health, safety, and environmental requirements across active infrastructure construction sites. The position works closely with Safety Engineers, the Safety Manager, Resident Engineer, contractors, and site teams to identify hazards, monitor controls, and ensure that agreed HSE procedures are applied consistently. Particular attention will be given to higher-risk infrastructure activities such as microtunneling, pipe jacking, trenchless construction, confined work environments, excavation interfaces, and related civil works. Through inspections, risk reviews, meetings, incident follow-up, and contractor monitoring, the role will contribute to safer project execution and stronger HSE performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement project HSE policies, plans, procedures, and applicable health and safety requirements.
• Monitor site HSE performance against agreed objectives, targets, and project expectations.
• Work with the Safety Manager, Safety Engineers, and contractors to strengthen health and safety practices.
• Monitor contractors to verify that required safety measures and approved working methods are implemented.
• Review hazard analyses and risk assessments for key construction activities.
• Assess the effectiveness of hazard controls, job safety plans, and work method statements.
• Conduct regular HSE site inspections and identify unsafe conditions, activities, or practices requiring corrective action.
• Report significant safety concerns to the Resident Engineer and support timely rectification.
• Review contractors ' monthly HSE inspections, performance reports, and supporting records.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and track outstanding safety issues through agreed corrective actions.
• Prepare meeting minutes and distribute action points to relevant stakeholders for follow-up.
• Review emergency preparedness and response arrangements across project work areas.
• Monitor Permit to Work systems and verify their appropriate implementation.
• Review Toolbox Talks, HSE meetings, safety statistics, and contractor records.
• Evaluate contractor incident and accident investigation reports for completeness and appropriate corrective measures.
• Communicate lessons learned from incidents and support implementation of preventive actions.
• Monitor immediate and long-term corrective actions following incidents to reduce the risk of recurrence.
• Support safety monitoring for microtunneling, pipe jacking, trenchless technology, and associated infrastructure activities.
• Maintain accurate records of HSE inspections, observations, meetings, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Promote practical safety awareness among contractors and project personnel.
• Support continuous improvement of site HSE performance through observations, reporting, and follow-up.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a B.Sc. degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Engineering, Loss Prevention, Engineering, or another relevant discipline from an accredited university. A minimum of 5 years of related health and safety experience is required, particularly within infrastructure construction projects. Candidates should have practical exposure to construction supervision and should preferably have worked on projects involving:

• Microtunneling
• Pipe jacking
• Trenchless technology
• Underground infrastructure
• Civil construction activities

Recognized health and safety certifications, licenses, or professional training relevant to the UAE are expected. These may include ISO-related HSE training, NEBOSH, First Aid, Fire Safety, or comparable qualifications. Experience within an engineering consulting environment is advantageous. Previous UAE project experience and possession of a valid driving license would also strengthen the profile.

Skills Set

• Health and safety
• HSE management
• Construction safety
• Infrastructure safety
• HSE inspections
• Risk assessment
• Hazard analysis
• Job safety plans
• Method statement review
• Permit to Work
• Emergency preparedness
• Incident investigation
• Accident investigation
• Corrective action tracking
• Toolbox Talks
• HSE meetings
• HSE reporting
• Safety statistics
• Contractor safety monitoring
• Site safety inspections
• Microtunneling safety
• Pipe jacking safety
• Trenchless technology
• Underground infrastructure
• NEBOSH
• ISO safety requirements
• First Aid
• Fire Safety
• HSE compliance
• Safety audits
• Hazard control
• Safety documentation
• Construction supervision
• UAE HSE requirements

Why Join Us

This role provides an opportunity to work on technically demanding infrastructure projects in Dubai where health and safety oversight has a direct impact on workforce protection, construction continuity, and project performance. Exposure to microtunneling, pipe jacking, and trenchless technology also offers valuable specialist experience in higher-risk infrastructure environments. For safety professionals seeking to strengthen their construction HSE expertise, the position provides continued exposure to contractor management, risk controls, incident prevention, and structured engineering supervision within a major infrastructure setting.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, technology, and program management services for major transportation, utility, and urban development projects. Its project teams support safe construction delivery through engineering supervision, HSE management, technical assurance, and multidisciplinary coordination.