Site HSE Manager

Kanadevia Inova; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned HSE leader to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards on large-scale construction projects. This role involves leading HSE initiatives, conducting risk assessments, and promoting a culture of safety across diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HSE management, particularly in the Middle East, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining the highest safety standards and making a significant impact in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as HSE leader in construction.
• Familiar with international HSE regulations and UAE regulations.
• Certification as ISO 14001 and 45001 auditor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE compliance and ensure safety standards are met on site.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage incident investigations.
• Develop and implement HSE management systems and training.

Skills

Leadership

Health Safety Environment (HSE)

Risk Assessment

Incident Management

Communication Skills

Planning and Organization

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Health Safety Environment or Engineering

NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to Health Safety and Environment. Actively encourage and lead the KVI and contractor teams to implement and comply with project HSE requirements
• Liaise with KVI corporate HSE
• Develop maintain and implement the Site Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System line with company and external certification requirements
• Update the HSE documentation during all the project phases when deemed necessary
• Monitor compliance with legal requirements
• Intervene in a strong and persuasive manner in HSE matters on site and ensures HSE standards are adhered to on site by all.
• Advise and support all HSE matters at all levels within the site organization
• Develop and apply hazard identification and risk assessment to reduce the risks to ALARP
• Ensure that risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are reviewed with regards to HSE requirement and that work is carried out in accordance with the RAMS
• Support Site Manager on the correct implementation of the Permit to Work system
• Act as the main point of contact between the regulatory authorities and the project on HSE issues
• Undertake incident investigation and reporting
• Undertake internal inspections and audits of HSE standards on site and the work practices employed
• Organize and participates to HSE meetings
• Liaise with other HSE professionals (both internal and external) in order to achieve a positive HSE culture
• Assist in emergency response at site
• Ensure medical examinations (i.e. drug and alcohol testing etc.) of all staff is carried out as appropriate on site
• Ensure that a professional and competent team of Site HSE Advisors is in place
• Undertake site HSE inductions and provides regular HSE training / information for new employees
• Ensure the HSE content of training provided by the Company is up to date relevant and high quality
• Monitor regularly the HSE performance through dedicated KPIs and send monthly reports
• Establish lessons learned for current and future projects
• Record information into company database system (PIRS) and keep records up to date
• Support on HSE qualification assessment of suppliers

Qualifications :

• Degree in Health Safety Environment or Engineering or an internationally recognized HSE qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent)
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience at site as HSE leader for Construction / Commissioning with experience in large international projects
• Familiar with international HSE regulations and best international practices.
• Previous experience in the Middle East would be preferred
• Familiar with UAE regulations will be a plus
• Sound knowledge of Management systems (ISOSCC)
• Certification as an ISO 14001 and 45001 auditor would be a plus
• Good knowledge of MS Office.

Additional Information :

• Strong assertiveness as well as a conceptual mindset with implementation strength and a high sense of responsibility
• Strong planning and organizational talent as well as a structured and solutionoriented way of working
• Communication and leadership skills
• Incident and investigation management experience
• Fit to work in multicultural working environment
• Problem solving oriented flexible and reliable

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime