Corporate HSE & Compliance Manager

Makani Real Estate | Abu DhabiMakani Real Estate is looking for an experienced Corporate HSE & Compliance Manager to lead HSE, Fire & Life Safety, and regulatory compliance across our real estate portfolio.This role will be responsible for ensuring continuous compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and will act as a key point of coordination with Civil Defence, ADM/DMT and other relevant authorities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead HSE and regulatory compliance across multiple assets.Coordinate directly with Civil Defence and other government authorities.Manage authority inspections, audits, approvals, observations and closure of findings.Oversee Fire & Life Safety compliance in line with UAE Fire & Life Safety Code and NFPA standards.Conduct compliance audits and manage NCRs and corrective actions.Maintain compliance trackers for permits, certificates, inspections and renewals.Oversee emergency preparedness, evacuation drills and incident investigations.Manage PTW governance and contractor safety compliance.Ensure all assets remain audit-ready and authority-ready.Prepare compliance reports and dashboards for senior management.Requirements10–12+ years of relevant UAE experience in HSE, Fire & Life Safety or regulatory compliance.Experience within Facilities Management, Real Estate, Property Management, malls or mixed-use assets.Strong direct experience dealing with Civil Defence authorities is essential.Proven experience managing authority inspections, findings and corrective-action closure.Strong knowledge of UAE Fire & Life Safety Code and NFPA standards.NEBOSH IGC or equivalent certification required.Additional certifications such as NEBOSH Diploma, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, CFI or CFPS are highly desirable.Location: Abu Dhabi