QA​/HSE Manager

Job Scope Summary

The Quality Health Safety and Environmental Manager is responsible for the administration and continuous improvement of the company QHSE policies and procedures, ensuring the plant operates in full compliance with corporate standards, UAE regulatory requirements and contractual obligations. The role places strong emphasis on environmental compliance, including full ownership of the Plant Environmental Permit, emissions monitoring, regulatory reporting and environmental performance management, particularly during plant start‑up and operational ramp‑up.

The HSEQ Manager ensures that all HSEQ elements of the Plant Environmental Permit are implemented, monitored and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Environmental Management Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with Environmental Permit conditions, including emissions limits, monitoring requirements and reporting timelines.
  • Lead environmental readiness during plant start‑up and initial operation phases.
  • Manage and oversee Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and ensure data accuracy, calibration and reporting compliance.
  • Collect, validate and submit environmental reports to regulatory authorities (e.g. ADOSH, Environment Agency Monitor). Monitor air emissions, waste streams, water discharge and environmental impact parameters.
  • Ensure all environmental incidents, exceedances and deviations are reported, investigated and closed.
  • Lead environmental audits, inspections and regulatory visits.
  • Maintain environmental records, permits and compliance registers.
  • Support environmental improvement initiatives, including emissions optimisation and waste minimisation.
• HSE Management Risk Control
  • Ensure HSEQ is managed in accordance with applicable laws, company standards and procedures.
  • Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Perform internal audits and inspections, develop action plans.
  • Support and approve HSE aspects of risk assessments (RA), MS and JSA.
  • Develop and implement HSE programs to reduce risks and incidents.
  • Maintain HSE legal registers.
• Integrated Management System (IMS) Governance
  • Establish, maintain and improve the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001).
  • Conduct management reviews and report IMS performance.
  • Ensure all procedures, instructions and documentation are controlled and updated.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application of standards.
• Operations Support – Start‑Up Readiness
  • Support plant operational readiness from an HSEQ and environmental compliance perspective.
  • Ensure PTW, LOTO and HSE controls align with operational and environmental requirements.
  • Support shutdown planning and execution from a safety and environmental standpoint.
• Monitoring, Reporting & Performance
  • Collect, analyse and report HSE and environmental performance data.
  • Identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure accuracy and traceability of environmental and emissions data.
  • Prepare reports for management and regulatory submission.
• Training & Competency
  • Deliver HSEQ training, inductions and awareness programmes.
  • Ensure competency of staff in HSE, PTW, environmental compliance and emergency response.
  • Provide training aligned with IFC Performance Standards.
• External Relations – Regulatory Interface
  • Act as the primary point of contact for environmental and HSE regulators.
  • Manage environmental and HSE permit applications and renewals.
  • Liaise with emergency services and external stakeholders.
  • Represent the plant during regulatory inspections, audits and compliance reviews.

The above job duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of the work and are not intended to be an inclusive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change or vary depending on the specific needs of the business.

Environmental or Engineering Qualification (Degree preferred) or a relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate, NCRQ Certificate and Diplomas, or NVQ (level4 or5) equivalent).

Desirable:
Certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001,…