Senior Health & Safety Leader, UAE

Ennismore; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennismore in Abu Dhabi seeks a detail-oriented Health & Safety Manager to develop and maintain comprehensive HSE programs. You will lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and training across all levels, ensuring UAE compliance and industry best practices.

The role requires strong analytical skills, decisive leadership, and the ability to foster a culture of safety excellence within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in health and safety management in corporate/industrial environments.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE labor laws, regulations, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and hazard identification techniques.
• Experience in incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing safety management systems (ISO 45001 preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; capable of delivering training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee health and safety policies and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses; recommend control measures.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain safety documentation and regulatory reporting.
• Organize safety training programs for all employees.
• Perform safety audits and inspections of facilities and practices.
• Collaborate with managers to integrate safety into operations.
• Develop emergency response procedures and coordinate drills.
• Monitor safety metrics and prepare management reports.
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and best practices.
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies and external safety consultants.

Skills

Analytical skills

Training delivery

Safety culture leadership

English communication

MS Office proficiency

Safety software knowledge

Tools

Safety management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ennismore in Abu Dhabi seeks a detail-oriented Health & Safety Manager to develop and maintain comprehensive HSE programs. You will lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and training across all levels, ensuring UAE compliance and industry best practices.

The role requires strong analytical skills, decisive leadership, and the ability to foster a culture of safety excellence within the organization.