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EHS Specialist

Eaton
Dubai, UAE
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EHS Specialist
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Overview

  • Dubai serves as a strategic hub for Eaton s Middle East operations, bringing together commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and support teams within a globally connected business environment.
  • Building on more than 40 years in the region, Eaton recently announced the development of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, reinforcing our long term investment in growth, collaboration, and capability building.
  • As an EHS Specialist, you will play a critical role in establishing and embedding a world-class Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) framework at our new Dubai manufacturing site.
  • As one of the first EHS hires on-site, you will work closely with the Site EHS Manager to build, implement, and continuously improve Eaton s MESH (Management System for Environment, Safety & Health) standards.
  • You will act as a trusted partner across functions, driving compliance, training, and a strong safety culture from the ground up in a fast-paced, growing environment.
  • What you ll do:
  • First EHS hire on a new (greenfield) Dubai site, helping build the function from scratch
  • Support implementation of Eaton s MESH (global safety system) across the plantAct as a key EHS partner to operations, driving safety culture and compliance
  • Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and documentationLead risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations (RCA/8D)
  • Ensure compliance with UAE, JAFZA, and Trakhees regulations
  • Coordinate and deliver EHS training for employees and contractors
  • Prepare the site for team growth (future EHS hires) and long-term scalability

Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering, EHS, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments

Skills

  • NEBOSH IGC or equivalent (Level 6 preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of UAE EHS regulations (JAFZA / Trakhees preferred)
  • Experience implementing or managing EHS management systems
  • Proven ability in:
  • Risk assessments & audits
  • Incident investigation (RCA, 8D)
  • EHS training delivery and coordination
  • Understanding of machine safety, PPE, and contractor management
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently in a growing, fast-changing environment

What We Offer

  • Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
  • Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
  • Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
  • Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
  • Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
  • Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
  • Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
  • Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
  • Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model
  • Living and Working in Dubai: Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment.
  • Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well established expatriate ecosystem.
  • At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long term career development.
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  • All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

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