Manager HSE Compliance

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and control the HSE-MS documentation system, ensuring procedures, standards, and forms are updated, approved, and effectively implemented across all regions.
• Conduct regular PTW compliance audits, verify adherence during field activities, and initiate corrective actions for deviations or unsafe practices.
• Plan and execute internal HSE compliance audits, verification reviews, and follow-ups to ensure the timely closure of findings.
• Maintain and continuously improve compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 22301 requirements, supporting surveillance and recertification audits.
• Ensure compliance with MOHRE HSE requirements, Civil Defense regulations, Municipality rules, MOCCAE environmental regulations, and other applicable Federal and Emirate-level regulatory obligations.
• Maintain and periodically update the HSE Corporate Risk Register under the guidance and approval of the Senior Manager – Compliance.
• Review incident reports, verify evidence quality, and ensure root cause analysis (RCA) meets EtihadWE standards.
• Incorporate lessons learned into operational procedures, toolbox talk content, and awareness materials to strengthen risk control.
• Oversee contractor HSE prequalification, documentation review, and ongoing compliance monitoring, ensuring contractors meet EtihadWE HSE expectations.
• Track and maintain records for environmental compliance, including waste management, emissions-related data, spill reporting, and environmental KPIs.
• Prepare the organization for ISO audits, regulatory inspections, and authority submissions; coordinate corrective actions and responses.
• Deliver compliance awareness sessions, toolbox briefings, and refresher training to improve operational understanding of compliance obligations.
• Maintain integrity of document control, ensuring controlled access, version management, and accurate distribution of HSE documentation.
• Monitor HSE compliance trends, identify recurring deviations, and recommend preventive interventions or system improvements.
• Report compliance KPIs, non-conformities, audit status, and risk indicators to the Senior Manager – Compliance; escalate serious deviations promptly.
• Coordinate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and Engineering teams to ensure field practices remain aligned with governance requirements.
• Conduct compliance inspections, surveillance visits, and behavior-based safety (BBS) reviews across all operational regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Master (Preferred)
• NEBOSH; ISO Auditor preferred
• 8+ Years experience in industry and leadership, operational risk management, incident investigation, contractor governance.
• UAE/GCC regulatory frameworks
• ISO & PTW governance

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