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Safety Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We are hiring an experienced Safety Manager to lead all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) operations across our construction projects. This is a critical leadership role responsible for developing safety programs, enforcing compliance, managing risk, and driving a culture where safety is embedded into every aspect of work.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Management

  • Develop and manage tailored HSE programs based on site-specific risks
  • Ensure full compliance with OSHA, local regulatory bodies, and internal policies

Site Inspections & Audits

  • Conduct routine safety inspections, identify hazards, and oversee corrective actions
  • Ensure all documentation is properly maintained and reported

Risk Assessment

  • Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk evaluations for all phases of construction
  • Recommend and implement risk mitigation strategies

Incident Investigation

  • Respond to and investigate all incidents and near misses
  • Complete root cause analysis and develop preventive measures

Training & Development

  • Conduct onboarding safety orientations and deliver targeted safety training (e.g., work at height, confined spaces, heavy machinery)
  • Lead weekly toolbox talks and refresher sessions for crews and subcontractors

Compliance & Reporting

  • Stay current on regulatory changes and ensure site compliance
  • Manage reports, logs, inspection records, and support official site inspections

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to plan safe work methods
  • Actively promote a culture of accountability and continuous safety improvement

What We're Looking For

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10–15 years of safety management experience in construction (preferably on large-scale or high-risk projects)
  • NEBOSH, CSP, or OHST certification
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Deep understanding of OSHA standards and construction-specific safety practices
  • Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills

Preferred:

  • Experience with behavioral-based safety programs
  • Familiarity with safety management software (e.g., incident reporting, inspection tracking)

Job Type: Full-time

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