About this role
Role Overview: Provide senior leadership for safety governance across multiple high-rise construction projects. Ensure full compliance with UAE regulations, international standards, and corporate Zero-Harm safety objectives.
Key Responsibilities: • Lead development and implementation of corporate HSE management systems, policies and assurance programs. • Manage internal & third-party safety audits to ensure regulatory and ISO compliance. • Act as main safety representative with UAE/Abu Dhabi authorities and certification bodies. • Review and approve construction method statements, risk assessments, and site safety plans. • Direct investigations of incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; ensure corrective actions. • Drive behavioural-based safety initiatives and engagement campaigns. • Develop emergency response plans, conduct crisis simulations and evacuation drills. • Prepare safety performance dashboards, trend analyses and board-level reports. • Coach and mentor project directors and HSE managers to strengthen safety culture.
Requirements
Experience & Qualifications: • 15+ years in senior construction safety leadership roles on major projects. • Engineering degree and NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) required. • Strong GCC experience with high-rise or mega construction projects. • Chartered membership (IOSH or similar) preferred. • Detailed working knowledge of Abu Dhabi & UAE regulatory frameworks.
Skills & Competencies: • Strategic HSE leadership & cultural-change capability. • Expert regulatory compliance & auditing skills. • Crisis management & forensic investigation expertise. • Executive reporting & governance experience. • Training, mentoring and development ability. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits
Salary Range: AED 45,000 – 55,000 per month + Benefits