HSE Officer - TAQA

Role Overview

Roles & Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of the Project HSE Plans, procedures, and permit to work systems in line with TAQA and ADOSH-SF requirements.
• Review and verify method statements, risk assessments, and work permits to ensure alignment with project and HSE standards.
• Supervise project site activities and prepare daily HSE summary reports highlighting key findings, observations, and actions.
• Provide guidance to Supervision Consultants deployed by TAQA Transmission and oversee their HSE performance at site.
• Conduct regular site HSE inspections, prepare inspection reports, and communicate outcomes to the TAQA Project Team and PMC team.
• Lead and participate in joint inspections scheduled by PMC and TAQA Transmission HSE and project teams.
• Maintain and update the HSE action tracker and provide inputs to the PMC HSE Manager and Project Team on status and progress.
• Enforce TAQA’s T-12 Essential Rules and ensure effective compliance and monitoring across the site.
• Coordinate with TAQA and supervision consultant teams to ensure safe and smooth execution of operations.
• Periodically review and verify HSE documentation and records of EPC contractors and supervision consultants.
• Support the PMC HSE Manager in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports by providing accurate site based data.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement monthly HSE campaigns in collaboration with supervision consultants and contractors.
• Maintain organized project HSE records and ensure timely submission to the PMC HSE Manager and project management team.
• Lead and review incident reports, near-miss cases, and environmental incident investigations, providing recommendations and ensuring timely escalation to TAQA and relevant authorities.
• Assist in planning and execution of HSE audits, inspections, and monthly HSE meetings with TAQA Transmission HSE and PMC teams.
• Provide real time project HSE data and updates to TAQA and PMC teams as required.
• Coordinate and participate in emergency preparedness and response drills, assess their effectiveness, and provide improvement recommendations.
• Participate in and support awareness sessions, inductions, and toolbox talks conducted by supervision consultants and contractors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline from a recognized institution/university.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent essential, additional OHS certifications will be an advantage.
• Membership of a recognized professional body such as IOSH/IIRSM (TechIOSH, CertIOSH) preferred but not mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience in HSE within construction, infrastructure, power generation, or transmission/distribution projects.
• Prior experience and/or approval with TAQA Transmission or Distribution projects will be a distinct advantage.
• Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures in high risk project environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of Abu Dhabi Occupational Safety and Health System Framework (ADOSH-SF) elements and Codes of Practice.
• Familiarity with UAE OHS legislation, regulatory authority requirements, and Civil Defense standards.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and coordination skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.