HSE Engineer

Position Overview

The HSE Engineer (Entry Level) will support the implementation and monitoring of Health Safety Environment Quality and Sustainability (QHSE) systems across Avanceons UAE operations and projects. The role aims to ensure compliance with legal corporate and client-specific requirements while driving continual improvement in safety environmental performance and sustainable practices.

This position offers hands-on exposure to construction industrial automation and smart infrastructure projects contributing to Avanceons vision of delivering safe sustainable and high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Health Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Support implementation of HSE policies procedures and safe work practices at office and project sites.
• Conduct risk assessments safety inspections and toolbox talks under supervision of the HSE Manager.
• Assist in preparing Job Safety Analyses (JSA) Permit-to-Work documentation and Emergency Response Plans.
• Ensure compliance with UAE HSE Regulations OSHA/NEBOSH guidelines and ISO 45001 standards.
• Participate in incident reporting and investigation ensuring lessons learned are communicated and tracked.
• Support in conducting HSE induction and awareness trainings for employees and contractors.

2. Quality Management (Q)

• Assist in the implementation of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System procedures at project and regional levels.
• Participate in internal QHSE audits and contribute to corrective and preventive action plans.

3. Environmental & Sustainability

• Support implementation of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System requirements.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting waste management energy consumption water usage and emissions data.
• Participate in carbon footprint measurement (ISO 14064-1) and reporting under corporate sustainability initiatives.
• Promote green practices (e.g. paper reduction recycling energy efficiency) within the office and at project sites.
• Assist in alignment with IFC Performance Standards (PS1PS4) and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Support sustainability reporting and ESG data collection for internal and external disclosures.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain and update QHSE documentation including risk registers safety checklists and environmental records.
• Assist in preparing weekly/monthly QHSE performance reports (leading/lagging indicators).
• Ensure document control and filing of HSE permits audits and inspection records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in QHSE committee meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Chemical Mechanical Industrial or related Engineering discipline.
• 46 years of experience in HSE QHSE or Sustainability (internship or project experience preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 ISO 14001 ISO 9001 and IFC EHS Guidelines.
• Certification or training in NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / OSHA 30-Hour / ISO Internal Auditor will be an advantage.
• Understanding of sustainability frameworks (ISO 14064 GHG accounting ESG) preferred.
• Excellent communication observation and reporting skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic data analysis/reporting tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across UAE as required.

Key Competencies

• Strong awareness of health safety and environmental regulations.
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude toward learning and continuous improvement.
• Team-oriented proactive and responsible.
• Passion for sustainability and innovation in safe operations.

Why Join Avanceon

At Avanceon safety quality and sustainability are core to everything we do. As part of our QHSE & Sustainability team you will:

• Gain mentorship under certified HSE professionals.
• Work on smart industry infrastructure and automation projects that integrate sustainability principles.
• Contribute to our mission of delivering zero-harm operations and supporting the UAE Net Zero 2050 vision.