Head - QHSE - Infrastructure / Oil & Gas - Contractor - Dubai

We are looking for a Head - QHSE to lead and oversee quality, health, safety, and environmental practices for multi billion infrastructure, industrial, utilities, oil & gas projects.

Client Details

A leading Tier 1 contractor in the UAE is seeking an experienced Head QHSE to lead the QHSE Department for infrastructure and utilities packages across large projects in the UAE.

Description

Lead and drive the overall QHSE strategy across large scale infrastructure, utilities, oil & gas, and industrial projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and international best practices.

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management, providing expert guidance on QHSE matters, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Build and foster a strong safety first culture across the organization, ensuring high levels of awareness, accountability, and operational preparedness.
• Oversee and continuously enhance integrated management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001), ensuring robust implementation across all projects and sites.
• Lead, manage, and develop a large QHSE function, including performance management, mentoring, and capability building.
• Ensure full compliance with legal, statutory, client, and regulatory requirements across all project types and geographies.
• Drive quality assurance and control processes, including PQD, NDT standards, and project specific quality plans aligned with client specification.
• Lead internal audits, external certifications, and engagement with third party bodies to maintain and enhance QHSE accreditations.
• Conduct regular site audits and performance reviews, leveraging data driven insights to improve safety, quality, and environmental outcomes.
• Develop and implement training programs, ensuring continuous upskilling of teams and alignment with evolving QHSE standards and project requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in quality, health, safety, and environmental management within the contracting sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant local and international regulations.
• Experience with ISO standards and their implementation.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Mandatory UAE experience with Tier 1 contractors.

Job Offer

Competitive salary range. Permanent position based in the UAE. Opportunity to lead QHSE practices within a Tier 1 Contractor. Be part of a professional team in the construction industry.

If you are passionate about QHSE and have the required qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Abu Dhabi.