Welfare & Wellbeing Officer

Ultimate HR Solutions; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welfare & Wellbeing Officer to enhance health, safety, and environmental compliance. This role involves enforcing regulations, conducting inspections, and implementing HSE programs to ensure client welfare. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HS&E, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to promoting well-being standards. Join a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining high welfare standards in various operational environments. If you are passionate about safety and well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in HS&E field in industrial plants or construction sites.
• Fluent in English and preferably Arabic with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce compliance with welfare standards and conduct inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Develop and implement regulations related to welfare and well-being compliance.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of HS&E Policies

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Safety, or Environmental

NEBOSH International General Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is planning to hire a Welfare & Wellbeing Officer to ensure the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance of clients. This position is dedicated to upholding and promoting standards that support the welfare and well-being of clients' operations. The officer is tasked with the implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of HSE regulations specifically tailored to enhance client welfare.

Responsibilities:

1. Enforce compliance with company regulations and applicable federal laws, focusing on welfare standards and client wellbeing.
2. Develop and implement company regulations and procedures related to welfare and well-being compliance.
3. Conduct detailed inspections of facilities and operations focusing on aspects that directly impact welfare and well-being to identify HS&E deficiencies and enforce suitable corrective measures.
4. Issue Certificates and operational permits (NOC) after thorough inspections and compliance verifications.
5. Implement and oversee HSE programs, focusing on client welfare and wellbeing, including maintaining comprehensive records and standards compliance.
6. Investigate welfare-related incidents among clients, identify root causes, and ensure the implementation of effective corrective measures within a defined timeline.
7. Manage and verify compliance during modifications, ensuring all welfare and well-being requirements are met.
8. Regularly review and ensure the adequacy of client emergency management plans with a focus on welfare aspects, responding to emergencies to safeguard client wellbeing. Respond to fire emergency calls in and outside of regular working hours.
9. Conduct periodic assessments and verifications of critical equipment and systems that impact client welfare, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.
10. Facilitate the relationship between clients and external HS&E authorities to receive relevant NOC / approval.

Qualifications:

1. A diploma or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required (Engineering, Science, Safety, or Environmental is highly preferred).
2. NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health.
3. Valid UAE-Driving license.
4. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the HS&E field in industrial plants, oil fields or construction sites.
5. Fluent in English and Arabic (preferable).
6. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
7. Good knowledge of HS&E policy and procedures and relevant Workplace Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
8. Up-to-date knowledge of occupational HS&E-related legislation, Codes of Practice, and guidance.
9. Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
10. Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients, relevant local authorities and organizations, and the general public.
11. Physically fit as the work will involve a large amount of time visiting properties such as factories, companies, construction sites, offices, accommodation buildings, retail shops, etc.
12. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, projects, etc.) and any other required program.