About the Role:
As a Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that safety plans comply with corporate policies and prevailing safety requirements in the region. You will work closely with safety management and contractors to implement and monitor health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives to foster a safe working environment.
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What You'll Be Doing:
- Implement corporate HSE Policy, HSE plan, and HSE legislation, monitoring HSE performance and targets, while suggesting measures for further improvement.
- Ensure client safety requirements are met.
- Liaise with the safety manager and contractors for the improvement and implementation of corporate HSE management ethics.
- Monitor contractors to ensure applicable safety measures are in place at the site to fulfill legal and client requirements.
- Review Site Safety Plans, Emergency Plans, and other safety-related plans submitted by contractors. Analyze Method Statements and risk assessments for all activities, monitoring the effectiveness of hazard control measures. Conduct HSE inspections and report findings to the resident engineer for immediate rectification.
- Review and monitor contractors’ monthly HSE inspections and reports.
- Conduct monthly safety meetings, set targets to address outstanding issues, and prepare/submit minutes to all concerned parties for follow-up.
- Review emergency preparedness and response protocols, including the permit to work system, Toolbox Talks, and HSE statistics and records of contractors as per company requirements.
- Review incident/accident investigation reports from contractors, communicate learning points, and monitor immediate and follow-up actions to minimize or prevent recurrence.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or another construction-related Engineering Degree and internationally approved Safety courses.
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience as a Safety Engineer in Highway, Bridge, and Underpass-related work in the UAE.
- Recognized health and safety certifications such as NEBOSH IGC, Safety Diploma, First Aid, Fire Safety, etc.
- Working knowledge of Federal Laws, Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice, Technical Guidelines, RTA Circulars, and Work Zone Traffic Management Manual.
- Must be able to attend physical interviews in the UAE.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- ISO Audit Qualifications (ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015 License) or training in the UAE.
Benefits:
We value our employees' well-being and provide endless growth opportunities. Our innovative culture supports you in achieving your full potential.
- Opportunity to work with exceptional people in a thriving workplace.
- Strong emphasis on employee growth and development.
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