HSE Officer

The HSE Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements across infrastructure maintenance projects. The role ensures full compliance with ADOSH-SF, AD Ports, DMT HSE standards, ITC requirements, and applicable UAE HSE legislation while promoting a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ADOSH-SF, AD Ports, DMT HSE requirements, ITC standards, and all applicable UAE HSE legislation.

• Conduct daily site HSE inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company and client safety requirements.

• Verify Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and ensure all permits are properly issued and implemented before work commences.

• Review Risk Assessments (RA), Method Statements (MS), and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to ensure adequate control measures are in place.

• Conduct HSE induction programs, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness training for employees and subcontractors.

• Monitor temporary traffic management activities and ensure compliance with the ITC Traffic Control Manual and approved traffic management plans.

• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports, inspection records, incident reports, and other required HSE documentation.

• Conduct emergency response drills and ensure emergency preparedness procedures are effectively implemented.

• Monitor environmental compliance, including waste management, pollution prevention, and housekeeping practices.

• Coordinate and communicate with the Client, Consultant, AD Ports representatives, regulatory authorities, and subcontractors on HSE matters.

• Participate in internal and external HSE audits and inspections, ensuring timely closure of observations and non-conformities.

• Exercise Stop Work Authority whenever unsafe acts or unsafe conditions pose an immediate risk to personnel, property, or the environment.

• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging employee participation and continuous improvement in HSE performance.

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering (any discipline) or a related field.

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent HSE qualification.

• Valid OSHAD/ADOSH-SF Registered Safety Practitioner certification.

• IRCA Certified ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) certification.

• Strong knowledge of ADOSH-SF requirements, UAE HSE legislation, and industry best practices.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably in construction, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

• At least 5 years of experience in port and/or marine operations.

• Proven experience working on UAE construction, infrastructure, and marine projects.

• Previous experience on projects with AD Ports, or other large-scale marine, industrial, or infrastructure projects will be considered a strong advantage.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing HSE management systems, conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, HSE inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience in coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities on HSE matters is preferred.