Health And Safety Officer (Abu Dhabi - Arabic Speaker)

About The Role

dedicated Health & Safety Officer

Key Responsibilities

Health and Safety Management

• Review, develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies, procedures, and protocols in aligned with ADEK, ADPHC, and OSHAD-SF frameworks.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of school facilities to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of health and safety concerns and incidents.
• Organise and conduct training sessions for staff, students, and contractors on health and safety practices and emergency procedures.
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, regulations, and technologies in health and safety management and implement necessary updates or improvements.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across all school campuses and develop mitigation plans to address identified risks.
• Collaborate with Operations, SLT and department heads to assess the impact of operational activities on health and safety and recommend preventive measures.
• Monitor and analyse incident reports, near misses, and accidents to identify trends and implement preventive measures to reduce recurrence.

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

• Fulfil mandatory reporting, licensing, inspections, and audits with regulatory entities including ADEK, DoH, CDA, and QCC.
• Liaise with ADEK and participate in inspections, inquiries, and compliance audits as required.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all inspections, permits, digital reports, and incident investigations using the ADPHC electronic OSH reporting system.
• Training and Awareness
• Coordinate training for staff and students on hazard awareness, emergency procedures, fire safety, first aid, and personal protection.
• Deliver student education on road safety, evacuation drills, mental health awareness, and health-related behaviors.
• Ensure new staff receive comprehensive safety induction training.

School Clinic & Medical Safety Oversight

• Support the operation of school-based clinics per DoH licensing requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation and consent for administering medication and health interventions.
• Facilitate immunization drives and health screenings as required.
• Maintain confidential medical records in line with company policies.

Main Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety preferred.

AND

• National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) certification (mandatory).

Additional Qualifications

• Course on Incident Investigation and Reporting.
• Accredited First Aider and Fire Fighter.
• Knowledge of ADPHC’s electronic OSH reporting system.

Experience