Safety Officer

Job Purpose

To ensure that all construction activities are carried out safely and in compliance with company HSE policies, client requirements, and applicable UAE laws and regulations. The Safety Officer is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, preventing accidents, and maintaining a safe working environment for all employees and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site safety inspections and identify unsafe conditions or practices.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, project safety plans, and client requirements.
• Monitor workers' adherence to safety procedures and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Conduct safety inductions for new employees, visitors, and subcontractors.
• Organize and deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness programs.
• Prepare and maintain HSE documentation, reports, and records.
• Conduct risk assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for construction activities.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts, and prepare detailed reports with corrective actions.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as excavation, lifting operations, work at height, confined space entry, hot work, and electrical works.
• Ensure that work permits are properly issued and controlled.
• Coordinate emergency response procedures and conduct emergency drills.
• Inspect scaffolding, ladders, lifting equipment, and other safety-critical items.
• Follow up on corrective actions resulting from audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Coordinate with project management, engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives on safety matters.
• Ensure compliance with UAE occupational health and safety regulations and project-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – Preferred.
• OSHA Certification or equivalent safety qualification.
• First Aid and Fire Safety training certificates are an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Safety Officer in the construction industry.
• Experience in building, infrastructure, civil, or MEP construction projects is preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Working Conditions

• Primarily site-based work environment.
• May require working extended hours depending on project requirements.
• Frequent site inspections in varying weather and construction conditions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
• Compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Timely completion of inspections, reports, and corrective actions.
• Effective delivery of safety training and toolbox talks.
• Successful completion of client and regulatory audits.

Work Location: In person