Senior HSE Lead — Warehousing & Regulatory Compliance

Ultiwise Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a seasoned HSE Leader to head Health, Safety, Environment, Fire Safety and regulatory compliance for the JAFZA Warehouse and Head Office Complex in Dubai. The role focuses on maintaining UAE regulatory compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture across operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, OH&S or Environmental Science, 8–10 years of HSE experience with 5+ years in management, and NEBOSH certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all applicable JAFZA, Trakhees-EHS, Dubai Civil Defense and UAE HSE regulations.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities.
• Lead risk assessments, HIRA, JSA and Safe Work Procedures.
• Manage warehouse safety programs including forklift operations, racking safety, loading bays, battery charging areas, contractor management and hazardous materials handling.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop emergency response plans and conduct drills.
• Manage environmental compliance, waste management and sustainability initiatives.
• Deliver HSE training, inductions and awareness campaigns.
• Lead internal and external audits and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Audits

Training & awareness

Hazardous materials handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / OH&S / Environmental Science

Job description

Zohorecruit is seeking a seasoned HSE Leader to head Health, Safety, Environment, Fire Safety and regulatory compliance for the JAFZA Warehouse and Head Office Complex in Dubai. The role focuses on maintaining UAE regulatory compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture across operations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, OH&S or Environmental Science, 8–10 years of HSE experience with 5+ years in management, and NEBOSH certification.