Specialist - Social Compliance Emirati Talent

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great moments

Friendly environment

Leadership Model

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim is seeking a Specialist - Social Compliance to support Occupational Health & Safety compliance across our diverse operations in the UAE. The role involves conducting site assessments, reviewing contractor and supplier compliance, and promoting a strong safety culture across business units.

You will monitor regulations, lead inspections, and manage corrective actions while aligning with ISO 45001 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in OH&S or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in HSE, Occupational Safety, Compliance or similar roles.
• Proven experience in site inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment methods and ISO 45001.
• NEBOSH IGC preferred; other HSE certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead OSH compliance assessments across business units, sites, contractors, suppliers and service providers.
• Monitor compliance with health and safety regulations and internal standards.
• Conduct site inspections and reviews to identify hazards and non-conformance.
• Review safety documentation including risk assessments, incident reports and training records.
• Manage corrective and preventive actions from audits and inspections.
• Analyze safety data and trends to support risk mitigation and improvements.
• Prepare compliance reports and management summaries for visibility of risks and remediation progress.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen health and safety governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE

Specialist - Social Compliance | Emirati Talent

Role Summary

The Specialist - Social Compliance will support Occupational Health & Safety (OSH) compliance across Majid Al Futtaim's businesses by conducting site assessments, reviewing contractor and supplier compliance, identifying workplace hazards and safety risks, monitoring corrective actions, and supporting compliance reporting. The role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, internal standards, and ISO 45001 principles while promoting a strong safety culture across operations.

ROLE PROFILE

• Lead the execution of Occupational Health & Safety (OSH) compliance assessments across Majid Al Futtaim's business units, operational sites, projects, contractors, suppliers, and service providers.
• Monitor compliance with applicable health and safety regulations, internal standards, contractual requirements, and recognized industry best practices.
• Conduct site inspections, workplace assessments, and compliance reviews to identify hazards, risks, and areas of non-conformance.
• Review and evaluate safety-related documentation, including risk assessments, policies, procedures, incident reports, training records, and contractor submissions.
• Manage the identification, tracking, reporting, and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions arising from audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Analyze safety performance data, compliance findings, incidents, and trends to support risk mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare compliance reports, dashboards, assessments, and management summaries to provide visibility of key risks, findings, and remediation progress.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and business units to strengthen health and safety governance, promote best practices, and drive a consistent safety culture across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in Health & Safety (HSE), Occupational Safety, Compliance, Risk Management, or similar safety-focused roles.
• Proven experience in conducting site inspections, safety audits, compliance assessments, and workplace risk evaluations.
• Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment methodologies, safety regulations, and ISO 45001 standards.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate preferred; IOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, or other professional HSE certifications are advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to drive corrective actions and promote a strong safety culture.

What We Offer

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.