Safety Officer

Scope of Work:

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards across all sites managed by the subcontractor. They ensure that all operations are conducted in compliance with project-specific safety plans, client HSE requirements, and legal regulations. The Safety Officer works closely with site teams, subcontractor HSE personnel to prevent incidents and foster a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Site Safety Management

• Monitor day-to-day site activities to ensure compliance with approved method statements, risk assessments, and safety regulations.
• Conduct daily site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe acts/conditions, and ensure prompt corrective action.

2. Coordination with Client / Main Contractor

• Attend safety meetings (e.g., site coordination meetings) with the main contractor and client.
• Align company safety practices with the client and main contractor's HSE policies.

3. Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain site-specific HSE documentation (e.g., Permit to Work, daily safety reports).
• Submit safety reports and inspection findings to management and client when required.

4. Training & Induction

• Conduct safety induction for new workers and personnel.
• Deliver toolbox on a regular basis, focusing on relevant job-site risks and safe work practices.

5. Incident Reporting & Investigation

• Report and investigate any near-miss, incident, or accident involving the company workers.
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.

6. PPE & Equipment Safety

• Ensure all workers are equipped with proper and compliant PPE.
• Monitor condition and safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment used by the workers.

7. Emergency Preparedness

• Verify that all workers are aware of emergency procedures.
• Conduct periodic drills and ensure fire extinguishers and first-aid kits are available and maintained.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• HSE certification (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, OSHA, IOSH Managing Safely).
• At least 2–5 years’ experience as a Safety Officer in a subcontractor environment (construction/MEP/civil/etc.).
• Familiarity with client safety systems
• Strong knowledge of local labour laws and HSE regulations.
• Good communication and reporting skills in English (Arabic or other languages is a plus).

Preferred:

• First Aid & Fire Safety Certification.
• HSE Certification
• Experience working on projects under major contractors or clients.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.

Required HSE Reports & Documents:

The Safety Officer is responsible for preparing and maintaining the following reports and documentation on a regular basis:

Report Type

Daily HSE Report

Site Inspection Checklist

Risk Assessment / Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

Incident / Accident Report

Tool Box Talk Report

Manpower & PPE Compliance Report

Equipment & Tools Inspection Log

Safety Non-Conformance Report (NCR)

Monthly HSE Summary Report

Safety Audit/Inspection Reports

Fire Drill / Emergency Drill Report

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ras al-Khaimah: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Safety Officer: 2 years (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)