HSE Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled HSE Officer to manage the Health Safety and Environmental systems for a large solar park construction project in the UAE. Operating under a schedule of rates contract the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and fostering a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop implement and monitor the client s HSE policies and procedures tailored to the solar park project.
  

• Formulate HSE plans procedures action plans and programs in consultation with the Project Manager and HSE Lead.
  

• Ensure compliance with projectspecific HSE codes and standards.
  

• Conduct regular HSE trainings as per the training matrix and deliver effective toolbox talks (TBT) with the site in charge before work commencement.
  

• Prepare and issue HSE information and guidelines as required.
  

• Provide safety instructions and information to employees to ensure safe work practices.
  

• Participate in HSErelated meetings take minutes and follow up on actions.
  

• Conduct regular workplace HSE audits and inspections covering all aspects of health and safety.
  

• Identify safety noncompliance issues notify the Project Manager and HSE Lead document the noncompliance and recommend corrective actions with timelines.
  

• Monitor safe work conditions and adopt proactive risk identification and mitigation strategies.
  

• Collaborate with Engineers or the engineering team to prepare safety documentation including risk assessments HSE audits safety walkthrough reports and incident reports.
  

• Foster a safe work environment and take ownership of safety initiatives.
  

• Discuss current HSE concerns and learning points during Safety Committee Meetings.
  

• Consult with the group safety head and other leaders to ensure alignment with company safety policies and protocols.
  

• Investigate all incidents and accidents preparing reports in line with standard procedures and share them with the Project Manager and HSE Lead.
  

• Maintain a detailed record of observations near misses LTIs and other safety incidents ensuring proper documentation.
  

• Conduct regular emergency drills to promote awareness and preparedness among employees
  

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

Mandatory (Entry Level):

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety from an accredited academic institution.
  

• NEBOSH Certification.
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and software relevant to job functions.
  

• Indepth understanding of relevant ISO standards and reporting techniques.
  

Preferred:

• Certification in Behavioral Safety Management.
  

• Working knowledge of project management methodologies techniques and concepts.
  

Experience (Work Related):

• Minimum (23) years of experience managing construction projects with HSE responsibilities including oil and gas maintenance projects.
  

• Experience in the Middle East and the solar sector is highly desirable.