HSE Officer (Civil Construction)

Job Title – HSE Officer (Civil Construction)
Location: Dubai, UAE

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused HSE Officer (Civil Construction) to ensure the effective implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies across construction sites. The role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, conducting inspections, ensuring regulatory compliance, investigating incidents, and supporting project teams in maintaining a safe working environment throughout all phases of construction. The company specializes in complex civil construction projects across government, healthcare, education, residential, and commercial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Implement and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and safety management systems across project sites.
• Ensure compliance with UAE HSE regulations, company standards, and client requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with approved method statements and risk assessments.

Site Safety Management

• Conduct daily site safety inspections and toolbox talks.
• Monitor high-risk activities including excavation, lifting operations, work at height, confined space entry, hot works, and heavy equipment operations.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) by all personnel.
• Coordinate safety inductions for new employees, subcontractors, and visitors.

Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation

• Conduct risk assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for construction activities.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to identify root causes.
• Prepare incident investigation reports and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.

Training & Safety Awareness

• Deliver HSE induction programs and ongoing safety training sessions.
• Promote safety awareness campaigns and encourage a proactive safety culture.
• Coach supervisors and site personnel on safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Support emergency drills and evacuation exercises.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain HSE records, inspection reports, permits, incident reports, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE performance reports.
• Monitor HSE KPIs and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all statutory and client-required documentation is up to date.

Emergency Preparedness

• Ensure emergency response plans are implemented and regularly reviewed.
• Verify the availability and maintenance of emergency equipment, fire protection systems, and first aid facilities.
• Coordinate emergency response activities when required.
• Participate in emergency drills and evaluate response effectiveness.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and client HSE teams during inspections and audits.
• Support internal and external HSE audits and ensure timely closure of observations.
• Foster collaboration to achieve project safety objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH IGC or an equivalent internationally recognized HSE certification is mandatory.
• 3–6 years of HSE experience within civil construction or general contracting projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE construction safety regulations, risk management, and environmental compliance.
• Experience working on commercial, residential, infrastructure, or government construction projects is preferred.
• Valid UAE driving licence is an advantage. Current UAE experience is highly preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Construction health, safety, and environmental management
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Toolbox talks and HSE training
• Emergency response planning
• Permit-to-work systems
• Safety inspections and compliance audits
• HSE reporting and documentation
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Problem-solving and attention to detail

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on prestigious civil construction projects across the UAE
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Career growth and continuous professional development
• Exposure to large-scale government, commercial, and infrastructure developments

Apply now!