Safety Officer (Water utility)

Stantec; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and design firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Safety Officer to ensure the safety of employees and clients on various water utility projects. Responsibilities include managing site safety, conducting audits and inspections, and liaising with clients. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, a minimum of ten years in safety roles, and certifications like NEBOSH. This position promises a significant impact in maintaining health and safety standards throughout projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a safety role.
• Experience with Water utilities work.
• Nakheel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly safety meetings and site safety audits; report to management.
• Prepare site safety plan & procedures and implement safety policy.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety inspections and document them for reference.

Skills

Site safety management

Risk assessment

Client liaison

HSE supervision management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate or equivalent

Job description

About the job Safety Officer (Water utility)

Stantec is a global engineering and design firm that provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, energy, and resources. With over 22,000 employees worldwide, we are dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative solutions for our clients.

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Safety Officer to join our team in Dubai. As a Safety Officer at Stantec, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of our employees, clients, and the general public on projects associated with Stormwater & Drainage, Flood Alleviation, Wastewater Networks, Water distribution networks, Pumping Station, and Recycling Plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall site safety health and environment management.
• Prepare site safety plan & procedures and implement safety policy.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and site safety audit; report to management.
• Health and safety supervisors conduct safety training and other necessary training as fit by the management.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety inspections and document them for reference.
• Consult with workers and management on the best approach to deliver a safe working environment for all workers.
• Conduct risk assessment program for the site work activities.
• Conduct audit for the site, contractor and sub-contractor; raise NCR, accident, and incident report.

Client Service Management

• Internal and external client liaison.
• Build and maintain safety environment at site.
• Experience in infra project HSE supervision management.

Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.

Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality Systems and Project Quality Procedures.

Maintain the health and safety environment at workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a safety role.
• Experience with Water utilities work.
• Certification in NEBOSH General/Construction Certificate or equivalent, OSHAD - Qudorat official Registration.
• Nakheel experience is preferred.