Senior OHS Officer - Aviation & MRO Safety

Sanad Aero Solutions Gmbh.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanad Aerotech in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Senior Officer in Occupational Health & Safety to support health and safety practices across the organization.

Reporting to the Manager of Occupational Health & Safety within the Aviation & Aero Engine MRO division, you will execute approved OHS procedures, conduct routine inspections, assist in incident reporting, and maintain compliance records to support audits and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in OHS, preferably in aviation/MRO.
• Certifications in OSHAD, NEBOSH, or IOSH preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OHS regulations and audit support.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing OHS procedures by applying approved policies at the operational level and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Conduct scheduled workplace inspections and surveillance to identify hazards and unsafe practices, documenting findings and escalating issues as necessary.
• Support risk management activities including hazard identification, basic risk assessments, and maintaining the risk register under supervision.
• Assist in incident reporting and initial investigations by collecting data and documenting incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Help prepare and organize documentation required to maintain company OHS approvals and ensure accurate employee OHS records.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, accompanying auditors, and responding to basic queries with guidance.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of OHS records, including personal files of applicants and approval holders.
• Assist in delivering OHS awareness sessions and circulating safety communications to foster a culture of safety.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall OHS operations.

Skills

OSH regulations

Audits experience

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Sanad Aerotech in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Senior Officer in Occupational Health & Safety to support health and safety practices across the organization.

Reporting to the Manager of Occupational Health & Safety within the Aviation & Aero Engine MRO division, you will execute approved OHS procedures, conduct routine inspections, assist in incident reporting, and maintain compliance records to support audits and risk assessments.