Senior Advisor Safety, Health & Environment Freight Facilities

AECOM; Fujairah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Advisor - Safety Health & Environment to support civil works for rail infrastructure. The role focuses on implementing health and safety measures, hazard control, and regulatory compliance across multiple project sites in the UAE.

You will lead safety planning, audits, training and coordination with engineering teams to mitigate risks and enhance environment, health, and safety performance on a large rail project.

Qualifications

• Minimum - Engineering Diploma qualification.
• Relevant HSE qualifications - NEBOSH IOSH.

Responsibilities

• Provide health and safety measures in a working environment.
• Identify and evaluate unsafe environments and practices.
• Develop hazard control processes, methods and programs.
• Monitor implementation of safety plans and safety systems.
• Lead HSE meetings and safety training on site.
• Review safety requirements in Method Statements and risk assessments.

Skills

Health & safety

Environmental health

Risk assessment

Hazard identification

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering Diploma

NEBOSH IOSH

Job description

The Senior Advisor - Safety Health & Environment will support civil works for rail infrastructure as part of a transformative rail project.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide health and safety measures in a working environment
• Support staff with the identification of environmental aspects and determining the project objectives and target
• Identify and evaluate the unsafe environment and practices
• Identify the root causes of safety and industrial hygiene
• Develop hazard control processes methods and programs
• Recommend solutions to issues that need improvement
• Advise several ways of controlling potential threats
• Monitor implementation of safety plans according to plans and objectives
• Monitor and track safety systems by using computer systems and spreadsheets
• Communicate plans and strategies across the entire business unit from time to time
• Maintain and manage equipment and processes related to each project of health and safety
• Suggest several preventive methods and practices like recycling waste disposal pollution control etc.
• Collaborate with other levels of engineering staff quality assurance quality improvement regulatory compliance specialists etc.
• Measure and audit the effectiveness of hazard control programs
• Prepare future safety plans based on past experiences and facts
• Work in compliance with ISO 14000/14001 standards and practices
• Represents the Logistics & QHSE Manager on construction job sites
• Assists the HSE Manager in the establishment and management of the safety program and in the identification and mitigation of hazards to persons and property
• Assist the HSE Manager in developing Safety Performance Indicators and Targets and helps communicate findings to staff and assist in implementation of the mitigation strategies
• Provides oversight to the new hire safety orientation process and other safety related training
• Assists in development of the Project Health Safety and Environment Plan
• Implements the Project Health Safety and Environmental Plan
• Reviews and advises on safety requirements in the Method Statement and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)
• Reviews risk assessments for upcoming work and provide technical assistance to the safety planning process
• Receives reviews and distributes safety inspection reports with recommended corrective actions
• Audits and inspects the job site to detect and correct safety hazards
• Audits the job accident records and periodically prepare an audit report of these records
• Represents management during safety inspections of the job site by regulatory authorities
• Verifies proper maintenance calibration and operation of all safety equipment
• Leads the weekly HSE meetings with the contractor and participates in site safety training
• Takes a pro-active approach in resolving potential hazards at work site
• Verifies agreed safety standards and applicable regulations are enforced by the contractor
• Reports Near-misses and safety statistics each month
• Maintains and applies knowledge of current policies regulations and industrial processes
• Reviews Permit to Work procedures and log
• Carry out record document and issue daily weekly & monthly site safety inspections audits and reports
• Develop monitor and conduct site wide HSE induction for multi-national contractors employees and visitors
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be assigned
• Ensure that construction activities in compliance with company policies and adhere to local regulations
• Train and oversee employees on health and safety regulations
• Monitor personnel and workspace
• Always ensure the company is prepared to submit the appropriate document
• Encourage and advocate for safer work equipment materials and supplies
• Track the number of incidents and produce reports

Minimum Requirements

• Total 10 years. of experience
• Rail experience would be advantageous
• Under general supervision performs technical work in a wide range of environmental health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with ES&H standards along with federal and state regulatory requirements
• Exhibits knowledge and applies the fundamental concepts practices and procedures of their environmental specialty
• Assists in the development implementation and maintenance of safety and health programs systems and procedures
• Monitors and prevents hazards and diseases that could be found in the work area
• Investigates accidents injuries and complaints concerning hazards in the workplace

Qualifications :

• Minimum - Engineering Diploma Qualification
• Relevant HSE qualifications - NEBOSH IOSH

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract