Senior HSE Engineer for Power & Substation Projects

AFRY; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AFRY is seeking an experienced HSE professional in the United Arab Emirates to lead safety for power construction projects. The role requires coordinating with DEWA/FEWA, monitoring site safety, and guiding teams to maintain high safety standards.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years in HSE roles within relevant industries, NEBOSH or equivalent certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive safety culture across projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in HSE/Safety roles within power construction or oil & gas industries.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent is mandatory; ISO 45001 Lead Auditor or OSHA 1030+ hours preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local UAE HSE regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication, training and leadership skills to promote a safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of the plant offices, buildings, equipment and personnel on site.
• Assess risk factors for hazards and implement countermeasures.
• Monitor work permits for live and shutdown activities.
• Inspect and monitor use of safety equipment such as PPE and safety devices.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records, reports and liaison with authorities.

Skills

HSE management

Leadership

Safety training

Education

B.E. Civil

B.E. Electrical

B.E. Mechanical

Job description

AFRY is seeking an experienced HSE professional in the United Arab Emirates to lead safety for power construction projects. The role requires coordinating with DEWA/FEWA, monitoring site safety, and guiding teams to maintain high safety standards.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years in HSE roles within relevant industries, NEBOSH or equivalent certification, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive safety culture across projects.