HSE Inspector

HSE Inspector

Health Safety & Environment (HSE)

UAE

The HSE Inspector is responsible for monitoring inspecting and supporting the implementation of Health Safety and Environmental requirements across construction oil & gas infrastructure pipeline mechanical and shutdown activities. The role ensures that site operations comply with company HSE procedures client requirements UAE regulations and applicable international safety standards.

The HSE Inspector will conduct regular site inspections identify unsafe acts and conditions support risk assessment and permit-to-work requirements participate in incident investigations and promote a strong safety culture among employees and subcontractors.

• Conduct daily site inspections to identify unsafe acts unsafe conditions and potential hazards.
• Monitor construction pipeline mechanical excavation lifting scaffolding hot work confined space and other high-risk activities.
• Ensure compliance with approved HSE plans procedures method statements risk assessments and Task Risk Assessments (TRA).
• Verify proper use of PPE and ensure workers comply with site safety requirements.
• Inspect work areas access routes housekeeping welfare facilities emergency arrangements and safety signage.
• Monitor scaffolding ladders work-at-height systems fire protection equipment and temporary facilities.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed within the required timeframe.

• Review and monitor implementation of risk assessments JSA/JHA TRA and method statements.
• Verify that Permit-to-Work requirements are properly implemented before commencement of high-risk activities.
• Monitor compliance with isolation LOTO confined-space entry hot-work excavation lifting and work-at-height requirements.
• Identify hazards and recommend appropriate control measures according to the hierarchy of controls.

• Conduct site HSE inductions for employees subcontractors and visitors.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions.
• Promote safe working practices and encourage employee participation in HSE initiatives.
• Assist in organizing safety campaigns emergency drills and HSE awareness programs.
• Ensure workers understand applicable site rules emergency procedures and safe work practices.

• Report and assist in investigating incidents accidents near misses and unsafe occurrences.
• Support identification of immediate underlying and root causes.
• Assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
• Follow up on incident investigation recommendations and verify their implementation.
• Maintain accurate HSE records and documentation.

• Monitor environmental controls including waste management spill prevention housekeeping and pollution prevention.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of hazardous substances and chemicals.
• Monitor site welfare facilities and ensure suitable standards of cleanliness hygiene drinking water and sanitation are maintained.
• Report environmental hazards and non-compliances to the HSE management team.

• Assist HSE Engineers/Managers in internal and client HSE audits and inspections.
• Prepare daily weekly and monthly HSE inspection reports.
• Maintain records of observations corrective actions toolbox talks inductions inspections and training.
• Monitor closure of HSE observations and non-conformities.
• Ensure HSE documentation is maintained in accordance with company and client requirements.

The HSE Inspector shall be capable of monitoring safety requirements related to:

• Oil & gas construction activities
• Pipeline construction and installation
• Mechanical and maintenance activities
• Refinery and plant shutdowns
• Storage tank construction and maintenance
• Excavation and trenching
• Lifting and rigging operations
• Scaffolding and work at height
• Confined space entry
• Hot work and cold work
• Electrical and mechanical activities
• Fire prevention and emergency response
• Hazardous materials and chemicals
• H2S and other hazardous gas exposure
• Traffic and vehicle safety
• Environmental protection and waste management

The HSE Inspector should be familiar with working under major UAE client HSE systems and requirements including projects associated with:

• ADNOC / ADNOC Onshore
• ADCO
• TAKREER
• GASCO
• ADGAS
• DEWA
• EWE

The position requires the ability to work effectively within client-controlled HSE systems permit-to-work processes inspection requirements and project-specific safety procedures.

• Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Safety Engineering Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification in Occupational Health & Safety / Fire & Safety is preferred.
• IOSH or equivalent HSE certification.
• Additional certifications in risk assessment hazard identification fire safety first aid H2S or environmental awareness are advantageous.
• UAE experience in construction oil & gas pipelines infrastructure or industrial projects is highly preferred.

• Minimum 58 years of HSE/Safety experience preferably in the UAE.
• Experience in oil & gas construction infrastructure pipeline refinery or industrial projects.
• Experience with major UAE clients and EPC/contracting environments is preferred.
• Shutdown and maintenance experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of site inspection risk assessment PTW incident reporting and HSE documentation.

• Strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills
• Good knowledge of construction and industrial safety practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to conduct effective site inspections
• Ability to identify unsafe conditions and recommend practical corrective actions
• Good report writing and documentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Proactive approach to accident and incident prevention
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with workers supervisors engineers subcontractors and clients

• Valid UAE Driving License
• Ability to work on construction sites and industrial facilities
• Willingness to work shifts overtime and during shutdown periods when required
• Knowledge of ADNOC and other UAE client HSE requirements
• Experience with emergency response fire safety and H2S-related activities

• Number and quality of site HSE inspections completed
• Timely closure of HSE observations and corrective actions
• Reduction in unsafe acts and conditions
• Compliance with PTW and risk assessment requirements
• Completion of toolbox talks and safety inductions
• Incident and near-miss reporting performance
• Audit and inspection compliance
• Employee participation in HSE initiatives
• Overall project HSE compliance and safety performance