TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST

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TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST

Job Location (Short): DOHA, Qatar

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Contract Type: Permanent

Posting Start Date: 15/11/2026

Requisition ID: 218371

Job Description:

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The Technical Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting and implementing Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and research laboratory safety programs across HBKU facilities and research environments. The role ensures compliance with local and international regulations, promotes a proactive safety culture, conducts risk assessments and audits, oversees hazardous materials management, supports emergency preparedness initiatives, and provides technical guidance on laboratory and facility safety matters.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, Qatar Environmental Law, and international standards such as OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and relevant HSE requirements.
• Conduct routine laboratory and workplace safety inspections and audits.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring HSE policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations related to laboratory operations and research activities.

Technical Safety & Laboratory Operations

• Monitor the safe handling, storage, labeling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous substances, chemicals, biological materials, and radioactive waste.
• Maintain chemical inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS).
• Monitor laboratory ventilation systems, fume hoods, safety cabinets, and spill containment measures.
• Assist in reviewing new laboratory designs and modifications to existing facilities to ensure compliance with safety requirements and operational standards.
• Support hazard and operability reviews for research facilities and laboratories.
• Ensure adequate availability and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Risk Assessment & Hazard Control

• Identify workplace, laboratory, and environmental hazards.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses for research and operational activities.
• Develop and recommend control measures to minimize health, safety, and environmental risks.
• Review and update safety documentation and risk registers regularly.

Training & Safety Awareness

• Deliver HSE training programs, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions for employees, researchers, students, and contractors.
• Develop safety training materials, presentations, and guidance documents.
• Maintain records of safety training and competency requirements.
• Promote safety awareness and a positive safety culture across the organization.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and environmental events.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure timely reporting and documentation of all HSE incidents.
• Support implementation and follow-up of corrective action plans.

Inspections & Audits

• Conduct regular workplace inspections, laboratory audits, fire risk assessments, and safety evaluations.
• Identify compliance gaps and coordinate corrective actions with relevant departments.
• Prepare comprehensive audit and inspection reports.
• Support external audits, regulatory inspections, and certification assessments.

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Participate in emergency response planning and preparedness activities.
• Coordinate fire drills, evacuation exercises, spill response simulations, and emergency training programs.
• Serve as a member of emergency and spill response teams.
• Act as a key liaison during incidents involving chemical, biological, or radiological hazards.

Contractor & Facility Safety

• Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements and site safety procedures.
• Conduct safety inspections of facilities, equipment, machinery, and operational work areas.
• Support safe maintenance and facility management practices.
• Ensure contractors operate in accordance with approved HSE procedures and standards.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, incidents, risk assessments, training activities, and corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual HSE reports.
• Monitor HSE performance indicators and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management review.

Working Relationships

• Research Safety Manager
• HSE Team
• Research Centers and Laboratories
• University Facilities and Operations Teams
• Academic and Administrative Departments
• Contractors and Service Providers

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Other relevant HSE certifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment roles.
• Experience in research institutions, universities, laboratories, healthcare, or industrial environments is preferred.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, audits, compliance monitoring, and incident investigations.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and environmental regulations.
• Understanding of laboratory safety management and research environments.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemicals, biological agents, radioactive materials, and waste management.
• Experience in emergency preparedness and incident response.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and documentation abilities.
• Effective communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and HSE Management Systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.

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