HSE Officer

Job Title: HSE Officer
Department: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
Reports To: HSE Manager / Project Manager / Management
Location: UAE

Job Purpose

The HSE Officer is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures. The role involves ensuring a safe working environment, identifying workplace hazards, conducting inspections, and promoting compliance with applicable UAE regulations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities1. Health & Safety

• Implement and monitor company HSE policies, procedures, and safety programs.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and identify unsafe conditions and practices.
• Carry out risk assessments and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Ensure employees follow all safety rules, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Monitor the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure proper compliance.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe occurrences and prepare reports.
• Maintain records of safety inspections, incidents, corrective actions, and training.

2. Environmental Responsibilities

• Monitor workplace activities to ensure compliance with environmental requirements.
• Promote proper waste segregation, storage, and disposal practices.
• Identify potential environmental risks and recommend preventive measures.
• Support initiatives to reduce waste, pollution, and unnecessary consumption of resources.

3. Training & Awareness

• Conduct HSE induction and safety awareness training for employees and new joiners.
• Organize toolbox talks and safety briefings where required.
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Ensure employees understand emergency procedures and workplace hazards.

4. Emergency Preparedness

• Assist in preparing and maintaining emergency response procedures.
• Conduct and coordinate emergency drills such as fire evacuation and first aid drills.
• Ensure emergency exits, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and other safety equipment are accessible and properly maintained.
• Coordinate with relevant personnel during emergencies and report incidents to management.

5. Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE HSE laws, regulations, and authority requirements.
• Maintain accurate HSE records, checklists, inspection reports, permits, and certificates.
• Prepare periodic HSE reports for management.
• Follow up on corrective and preventive actions until closure.
• Assist during internal and external HSE audits and inspections.

6. Workplace Monitoring

• Monitor housekeeping, access routes, electrical safety, fire safety, and general workplace conditions.
• Ensure contractors and visitors comply with company HSE requirements.
• Report unsafe acts and conditions immediately and recommend corrective actions.
• Stop or escalate unsafe work when there is an immediate risk to health or safety.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent HSE certification is preferred.
• Relevant HSE experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of UAE health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• First Aid and Fire Safety training/certification is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety practices.
• Strong observation and hazard-identification skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare professional reports and maintain HSE documentation.
• Ability to conduct safety training and toolbox talks.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with employees, management, and contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
• Completion of scheduled HSE inspections and audits.
• Timely closure of corrective actions.
• Employee compliance with HSE procedures and PPE requirements.
• Completion of required safety training and toolbox talks.
• Proper maintenance of HSE records and documentation.
• Compliance with applicable legal and company HSE requirements.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of company information.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and code of conduct.
• Perform any other HSE-related duties assigned by management.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve workplace health, safety, and environmental performance.

Work Location: In person