HSE Officer

Position Details

Salary: AED 6500 per month

Transport: Provided

Accommodation: Provided

Location: Abu Dhabi UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Organisation

A leading industrial paper manufacturing facility located in Abu Dhabi UAE this organisation is the first and largest producer of printing and writing paper in the GCC and MENA region. Operating across a 250000 sqm industrial site the facility produces high-quality uncoated woodfree paper reels folio-size paper and cut-size finished goods with an annual production capacity of 325000 metric tonnes. The organisation exports its products to over 50 countries across six continents and operates in full compliance with global environmental standards sourcing pulp exclusively from certified sustainable forests.

Role Overview

We are seeking a competent and experienced HSE Officer to support the implementation and monitoring of health safety and environmental programmes across our industrial facility. The role is critical to maintaining a safe working environment in compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international HSE standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the site HSE management system in line with ISO 45001 ISO 14001 and UAE OSHAD/AD EHSMS regulatory frameworks
• Conduct regular site inspections risk assessments and hazard identification audits
• Investigate incidents accidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and implement corrective actions
• Deliver HSE inductions toolbox talks and ongoing safety training for all site personnel
• Maintain and update HSE documentation including risk registers emergency response plans and safety procedures
• Manage permit-to-work (PTW) systems and ensure compliance by contractors and employees
• Monitor environmental performance including waste management emissions and effluent disposal
• Liaise with Abu Dhabi regulatory authorities on HSE matters inspections and compliance reporting
• Promote a positive safety culture across all departments through engagement and communication
• Prepare and present monthly HSE performance reports to management

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Environmental Science or a related field
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent - required
• Minimum 3 5 years of HSE experience in an industrial manufacturing or heavy process environment
• Strong knowledge of UAE OSHAD standards AD EHSMS and relevant federal HSE legislation
• Experience managing PTW systems and conducting incident investigations
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken); Arabic is an advantage
• Strong communication and reporting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma IOSH or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification
• Experience in the paper chemicals or process manufacturing sector
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi Industrial City (ICAD) regulatory requirements