Position: HSE & Sustainability Director
Company: AL DAHRA AGRICULTURAL
AL DAHRA AGRICULTURAL is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced HSE & Sustainability Director to lead and enhance our commitment to health, safety, environment, and sustainable agricultural practices. This leadership role within the QHSSE & Sustainability Department is a critical position responsible for shaping and driving the company's strategies in these pivotal areas to align with global best practices and the company's sustainability goals.
As the HSE & Sustainability Director, you will be the strategic lead in developing, implementing, and continuously improving health, safety, environmental, and sustainability frameworks across our agricultural operations. Your expertise will support a culture of safety and responsibility while reinforcing AL DAHRA AGRICULTURAL’s commitment to sustainable farming.
- Develop and oversee comprehensive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards.
- Lead sustainability initiatives that promote resource efficiency, minimize environmental impact, and foster social responsibility within the farming division.
- Manage risk assessments and safety audits, implementing corrective actions to mitigate hazards and improve safety performance across the company.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management to integrate sustainability and HSE goals into operational planning and business development.
- Drive awareness programs and training for employees at all levels, cultivating a proactive safety culture and promoting sustainable practices.
- Monitor and report on sustainability metrics and HSE performance, providing data-driven insights to stakeholders and facilitating continuous improvement.
- Engage with regulatory authorities, industry bodies, and the local community to ensure alignment with environmental and social governance (ESG) expectations.
- Lead incident investigations with a focus on root cause analysis and the implementation of effective prevention strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, or MBA is preferred.
- NEBOSH and/or IOSH certification is required.
- ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certifications are highly preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in HSE and Sustainability roles, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.
- Proven leadership experience in HSE and sustainability management within agribusiness, agriculture, manufacturing, industrial, or multinational environments.
- Strong experience managing multi-site operations and leading cross-functional teams.
- In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, occupational health & safety standards, risk management practices, and sustainability frameworks.
- Strong strategic planning, stakeholder management, and project management capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively drive and communicate HSE and sustainability initiatives internally and externally.
- Demonstrated ability to build a strong safety culture and support continuous improvement initiatives across operations.