HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Manager
Quality/Quantity Surveying IndustrySharjah, UAE
Key Responsibilities
- Develop & Implement HSE Plans: Create, maintain, and enforce HSE policies and procedures that reduce risk and protect people, property, and the environment.
- Conduct Risk Assessments: Identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend practical controls to minimise incidents in the workplace or on project sites.
- Lead Training & Awareness: Organise and deliver safety training, inductions, and briefings to improve staff competency and understanding of HSE requirements.
- Monitor Compliance: Ensure all operations follow UAE HSE regulations, international standards, and internal company policies without compromising quality.
- Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, document findings, and ensure corrective action is taken.
- Audit & Reporting: Run regular HSE audits and field inspections, prepare clear reports, and share insights with senior management.
- Promote Safety Culture: Work with teams to foster a proactive safety culture, encouraging continuous learning and improvement across departments.
Requirements
- Experience: 7–15 years of HSE experience, including senior-level responsibility in construction, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
- Technical Competence: Strong knowledge of UAE HSE laws, international standards (ISO 45001/14001), and safety auditing.
- Project Controls: Able to plan inspections, schedule audits, and manage HSE documentation and compliance activities.
- Leadership: Proven skill in leading safety teams, coaching staff, and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Commercial Acumen: Understand how HSE practices impact project cost, reputation, and operational performance.
FAQs
What experience is expected?
Typically 7–15 years in health, safety, and environmental roles, including managerial responsibility.
What qualifications are preferred?
A bachelor’s in safety/engineering and certifications like NEBOSH, IOSH, or ISO lead auditor are highly valued.
Do I need UAE regulatory knowledge?
Yes — familiarity with UAE HSE regulations and local authority codes is essential.
Will I lead training?
Yes — organising and delivering HSE training programmes is a key part of this role.
Is this role field‑based?
Yes — you will spend significant time onsite for inspections and compliance monitoring.
Does this role involve reporting to senior leadership?
Yes — HSE Managers routinely prepare performance and compliance reports for executive review.
