Health and Safety Officer

Overview

Job Purpose

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all company operations, project sites, warehouses, and production facilities.
• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying risks, implementing preventive measures, conducting inspections, and ensuring safe working practices throughout all project phases.
• Support project teams in maintaining the highest standards of workplace safety while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, client requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and standards across all projects and facilities.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, and workplace assessments.
• Identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and potential risks and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE health and safety regulations, project requirements, and client safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain risk assessments, method statements, and safety documentation.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety briefings, and employee safety awareness programs.
• Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across all sites and facilities.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety violations and prepare detailed reports.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive action plans.
• Ensure all employees, subcontractors, and visitors comply with site safety requirements.
• Coordinate emergency response procedures, evacuation drills, and first aid readiness.
• Maintain safety records, permits, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with HSE standards.
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, warehouse teams, and production departments to ensure safe operations.
• Support venue safety requirements and HSE compliance for exhibitions and events.
• Conduct safety inductions for new employees and project personnel.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials and equipment.
• Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports for management.
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining required HSE certifications and approvals.
• Promote continuous improvement in safety performance and workplace culture.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• NEBOSH IGC certification is mandatory.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification is preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of HSE experience in the UAE.
• Experience in exhibitions, events, interior fit-out, construction, manufacturing, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HSE regulations, risk management, and safety compliance requirements.
• Valid UAE Driving License is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety practices.
• Excellent risk assessment and hazard identification skills.
• Strong incident investigation and reporting capabilities.
• Knowledge of emergency response and crisis management procedures.
• Strong communication and training skills.
• Attention to detail and compliance-focused mindset.
• Ability to influence and promote a positive safety culture.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and across multiple project sites.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Elegant Qubes Group?

Application Question(S)

• Do you hold a valid NEBOSH IGC certification?
• How many years of UAE HSE experience do you have?
• Have you worked in exhibitions, events, fit-out, or construction projects?
• Do you have experience preparing Risk Assessments (RA) and Method Statements (MS)?
• Have you managed HSE compliance for exhibition venues such as DWTC, ADNEC, or Expo facilities?
• Do you hold a valid UAE Driving License?
• What is your current visa status and notice period?
• Are you willing to travel between project sites, warehouses, and production facilities across the UAE?