Health Safety Environment Engineer

HSE Engineer – Civil / Construction Department: HSE / Construction Industry: Building Construction Employment Type: Full-Time Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level Location: Dubai, UAE Project Type: High-Rise Building Construction Job Summary We are seeking an experienced HSE Engineer – Civil / Construction with a minimum of 10 years of UAE/GCC experience, including extensive experience in high-rise building construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining HSE management systems, ensuring compliance with UAE/GCC legislation and project requirements, conducting inspections and risk assessments, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture across construction sites. Key Responsibilities Implement and monitor the project Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System in accordance with company, client, consultant, and regulatory requirements. Ensure full compliance with applicable UAE HSE laws, construction safety regulations, and authority requirements. Manage HSE activities for high-rise building construction projects from mobilization through completion. Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks. Prepare and review Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), JSA/JHA, HSE Plans, Emergency Response Plans, and inspection reports. Identify unsafe conditions and practices and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Lead incident, accident, near-miss, and dangerous-occurrence investigations and prepare detailed reports. Conduct regular Toolbox Talks, HSE inductions, training sessions, and safety awareness programs. Monitor work activities including civil works, excavation, scaffolding, lifting operations, work at height, temporary works, concrete works, MEP interfaces, and other construction activities. Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers, Consultants, Clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities on HSE matters. Maintain accurate HSE records, statistics, inspection reports, training records, permits, and compliance documentation. Monitor subcontractor HSE performance and ensure compliance with project requirements. Participate in emergency drills and ensure emergency preparedness and response procedures are effectively implemented. Promote continuous improvement and a proactive zero-accident / zero-incident safety culture. Prepare and present HSE reports, dashboards, statistics, and presentations to management and project stakeholders. Mandatory Requirements Minimum 10 years of total HSE experience, with substantial experience in UAE/GCC building construction. Proven experience in high-rise building construction projects. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline. NEBOSH IGC – Mandatory. SARS / SARSS certification/card – Mandatory, where applicable to the project/authority requirements. Strong knowledge of UAE HSE legislation, construction safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Proven experience in implementing HSE Management Systems. Strong knowledge of risk assessment, incident investigation, corrective action, and preventive action. Excellent experience in conducting HSE training, toolbox talks, inductions, and awareness programs. Strong report writing, documentation, and presentation skills. Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent leadership, communication, coordination, and team-management skills. Ability to effectively liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, management, and government/regulatory authorities. Immediate joiners are highly preferred. Preferred Certifications NEBOSH IGC – Mandatory SARS / SARSS – Mandatory IOSH OSHA ISO 45001 Lead Auditor ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Other recognized HSE / Environmental certifications Key Skills & Competencies HSE Management Systems Construction Safety High-Rise Building Construction UAE HSE Regulations Risk Assessment & JSA/JHA Incident & Accident Investigation Safety Auditing & Inspections Method Statement & RAMS Review Permit to Work (PTW) Work at Height Safety Scaffolding & Temporary Works Safety Lifting & Crane Safety Excavation & Civil Works Safety Emergency Preparedness Toolbox Talks & HSE Training Environmental Management ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 MS Excel & PowerPoint HSE Reporting & Documentation Team Leadership & Coordination Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a Senior HSE Engineer / HSE Engineer / Safety Engineer with extensive UAE/GCC experience in high-rise building construction, strong knowledge of UAE regulatory requirements, and proven expertise in managing site safety teams and HSE systems. Candidates with valid NEBOSH IGC and SARS/SARSS certification, strong consultant/client coordination experience, and immediate availability will be highly preferred. Show more Show less