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24 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

HSE Officer (Health, Safety & Environment)Role Overview

We are looking for a dedicated HSE Officer with 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in implementing, monitoring, and enforcing health, safety, and environmental standards across operational sites. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting daily site inspections, executing hazard identifications and risk assessments, facilitating safety training, and ensuring full compliance with local regulatory requirements and ISO management standards (ISO 45001 & ISO 14001).

Key Responsibilities

  • Site Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular site walkthroughs and safety inspections to identify unsafe acts or conditions, issuing corrective action requests and tracking resolution.

  • Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification: Assist in preparing Risk Assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and Method Statements prior to project activities.

  • Incident Investigation & Reporting: Lead initial reporting and investigation of near-misses, first-aid cases, and safety incidents, establishing root causes and implementing preventative measures.

  • Safety Training & Toolbox Talks: Conduct daily/weekly Toolbox Talks (TBT), safety inductions for new hires and contractors, and targeted HSE awareness sessions.

  • Permit to Work (PTW) Enforcer: Review, issue, and verify Permit to Work compliance for high-risk activities (e.g., hot work, working at heights, confined space entry, lifting operations).

  • Compliance & Governance: Ensure operational activities comply with local municipal/government safety regulations, client guidelines, and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 standards.

  • Emergency Response Readiness: Inspect emergency equipment (fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, first-aid kits), support drills, and maintain emergency response plans.

  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate safety logs, incident records, inspection checklists, and monthly HSE performance metrics.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.

  • Experience: 2 to 3 years of proven experience as an HSE Officer / Safety Inspector in construction, manufacturing, oil & gas, or corporate facilities.

  • Certifications:

    • NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) — Mandatory / Highly Preferred

    • IOSH Managing Safely

    • Certified First Aider & Fire Watcher training

  • Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of local EHS regulations, ISO 45001 (OH&S) and ISO 14001 (EMS) standards, and hazard evaluation techniques.