Safety Officer

About this opportunity

Operational Safety Supervision: Supervise daily site safety operations, ensuring that all works proceed strictly in accordance with approved risk assessments (HIRA). Permit to Work (PTW) Administration: Review and authorize daily PTWs (hot work, excavation, lifting, confined space) after verifying on-site safety controls. Safety Induction Delivery: Conduct formal safety inductions for all new employees, subcontractors, and site visitors prior to issuing project access passes. Incident Reporting & Initial Investigation: Respond immediately to any site accidents or near-misses, secure the scene, provide first response, and draft incident flash reports. Emergency Drill Coordination: Coordinate periodic fire evacuation and emergency rescue drills in coordination with the site nurse and emergency team. Subcontractor Safety Oversight: Monitor subcontractor safety compliance, conduct subcontractor safety coordination meetings, and follow up on corrective actions. Environmental Monitoring: Oversee hazardous material storage (diesel, paints, chemicals), spill kits, and compliance with local municipal environmental rules. Essential Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science; NEBOSH IGC certified; 5+ years construction safety experience. Preferred Qualifications: IOSH Managing Safely / GradIOSH; OSHAD Practitioner certification. Professional Licenses / Certifications: Valid UAE Driving License. Required UAE / GCC Construction Experience: 5–8 years in UAE civil construction handling multi-story residential, luxury villas, and infrastructure projects.