HSE Manager

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor HSE policies, procedures and safety management systems.
• Ensure compliance with UAE HSE regulations, Abu Dhabi OSH requirements and project-specific safety standards.
• Oversee HSE activities across projects; conduct site inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure implementation of HSE plans, method statements and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Monitor excavation, trenching, lifting, confined-space and heavy-equipment activities.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions; manage HSE Officers and site safety teams.
• Conduct training, toolbox talks and awareness programs; coordinate with clients, consultants, project managers and authorities.
• Prepare monthly reports, statistics and performance evaluations; manage environmental compliance, waste and pollution prevention.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• NEBOSH IGC is mandatory; NEBOSH Diploma is advantageous.
• At least 8 years of HSE experience, preferably in the UAE, including at least 5 years in infrastructure and civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of roadworks, earthworks, excavation, utilities, drainage and pipeline projects.
• Good knowledge of UAE HSE legislation and Abu Dhabi OSH requirements.
• Experience managing HSE teams across multiple construction sites.
• Strong leadership, communication and reporting skills; excellent written and spoken English.
• Experience on major Abu Dhabi infrastructure projects with government entities, developers, main contractors or infrastructure consultants is preferred.

Compensation

• Pay is AED 1.00 per month.

Workplace and employment

• Full-time role based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Work location is in person.