About the Role
The HSE Engineer will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements across all maritime construction and supervision activities within the AE Maritime department. This role ensures that all marine and offshore operations meet project specifications, UAE regulations, international standards, and the company’s internal HSE policies while fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship among all personnel.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement HSE plans, procedures, and risk assessments for maritime projects.
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations on marine and offshore works.
- Ensure compliance with UAE local regulations, IMO standards, and the company HSE policies.
- Coordinate incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
- Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions to project teams and subcontractors.
- Monitor and report HSE performance metrics, KPIs, and regulatory submissions.
- Participate in design reviews to integrate HSE considerations early in the project lifecycle.
- Manage permits to work, confined space entry, and hot-work authorizations for marine activities.
- Liaise with client, authorities, and third-party auditors on HSE matters.
- Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best-practice sharing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 13 years of HSE experience in maritime, offshore, or marine construction environments.
- Professional HSE certification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, civil defense regulations, and IMO guidelines.
- Proven ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits.
- Excellent communication and training delivery skills in English; Arabic is a plus.
- Proficiency with HSE management software and Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to work on offshore sites and obtain necessary medical clearances.
- Demonstrated leadership in fostering a safety-first culture among diverse teams.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as project demands require.
