HSE Officer

Position HSE Officer
Location Abu Dhabi
Employment Type Full Time

Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and proactive HSE Officer to oversee Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across our Telecom & Power project sites. The role ensures adherence to UAE HSE regulations, client requirements, and company policies while promoting a safe and healthy working environment across all project locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct HSE inductions for site personnel and visitors.

  • Perform regular HSE inspections of work areas, equipment, and work methods as per project HSE requirements.

  • Organize and conduct Toolbox Talks (TBT) and safety awareness sessions.

  • Monitor workplaces to ensure compliance with HSE standards and stop unsafe acts or unsafe conditions.

  • Ensure proper housekeeping practices at project sites.

  • Support and coordinate implementation of Permit-to-Work systems.

  • Participate in investigation of accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences, and recommend corrective actions.

  • Conduct fire drills and ensure procurement, inspection, and maintenance of fire extinguishers and emergency equipment.

  • Maintain all HSE-related documentation, reports, and records.

  • Report HSE performance and site safety status to the HSE Engineer or Project Management team.

  • Ensure compliance with TAQA / TRANSCO HSE requirements and site safety regulations where applicable.

  • Supervise implementation of HSE requirements at assigned project sites.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.

  • Mandatory certification such as NEBOSH IGC, NVQ Level 3, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent HSE certification.

  • Certification as Qudorat OHSMS / OHSEMS Generalist Class B.

  • Basic First Aid and Fire Fighting certification.

  • Full knowledge of OSHAD COPs, with familiarity in OSHAD-SF framework considered an advantage.

  • Minimum 3–5 years of HSE experience, preferably in telecom, power, construction, oil & gas, or utility projects involving TAQA / TRANSCO or similar authorities.

  • Strong understanding of UAE HSE laws and regulations.

  • Good communication, documentation, and reporting skills in English.

  • UAE Driving License preferred.

Required Competencies

  • Demonstrated experience working under TAQA / TRANSCO HSE requirements and approval environments.

  • Strong knowledge of HSE requirements and regulatory compliance.

  • Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement control measures.

  • Experience in conducting HSE inspections and audits.

  • Knowledge of TRANSCO Safety & Security Regulations (SSR) or similar utility safety standards.

  • Incident and accident investigation capability.

  • Good understanding of work procedures and permit-to-work systems.

  • Strong coordination and teamwork abilities.

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.

  • General HSE awareness and ability to promote safety culture at site.

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