Senior HSE Officer

About the roleWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior HSE Officer to join our team in Dubai, UAE.The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards across construction sites, ensuring compliance with applicable UAE legislation, Dubai authority requirements, project specifications, and international best practices.The ideal candidate will have a strong construction background, recognized HSE qualifications, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to promote a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.Key responsibilitiesImplement, monitor, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and safety management systems across construction projects.Ensure compliance with applicable UAE HSE legislation, Dubai Municipality requirements, and relevant local authority regulations.Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).Identify potential hazards, unsafe practices, and working conditions, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions.Monitor compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) systems, approved method statements, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, HSE training sessions, and awareness campaigns for employees and subcontractors.Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, preparing detailed reports and recommending preventive measures.Monitor high-risk construction activities, including working at height, lifting operations, excavation, scaffolding, confined space entry, and temporary works.Ensure proper implementation of emergency response procedures, evacuation plans, and emergency drills.Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to resolve HSE-related issues.Maintain accurate HSE documentation, inspection records, incident reports, safety statistics, and compliance registers.Monitor environmental protection measures, waste management, housekeeping, and pollution prevention on construction sites.Follow up on HSE non-conformities and ensure effective implementation of corrective action plans.Support management in achieving HSE objectives, reducing workplace incidents, and continuously improving safety performance.Promote a positive safety culture and encourage employees to take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.Requirements and qualificationsBachelor's degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.Minimum 5–8 years of relevant HSE experience in the construction industry, preferably within the UAE.NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) is mandatory.Additional recognized HSE qualifications, such as IOSH or equivalent certifications, will be considered an advantage.Strong knowledge of UAE HSE legislation, Dubai Municipality requirements, and applicable local authority regulations.Relevant HSE approvals, competency certifications, or registrations from Dubai authorities, where required by the project or applicable regulations.Proven experience in construction site inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, safety audits, and HSE reporting.Good understanding of Permit to Work (PTW) systems, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), risk assessments, method statements, and construction safety procedures.Practical experience in monitoring high-risk activities, including work at height, lifting operations, scaffolding, excavation, and confined space entry.Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.Fluent English, both written and spoken.Previous experience working on construction projects in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE.Experience coordinating with consultants, clients, subcontractors, and relevant regulatory authorities.What we offerWork in a fast growing construction company.A professional and collaborative working environment.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.