HSE Manager - Railway

We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead and manage all Health, Safety and Environmental activities for a major railway infrastructure project. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with project requirements, UAE/GCC regulations, client standards and international HSE best practices while promoting a strong Zero Harm safety culture across the project.

• Develop, implement and maintain the Project HSE Management Plan
  , policies, procedures and safety programs.
• Lead HSE activities across railway construction works, including civil works, structures, earthworks, track works, stations and railway systems/interfaces
  .
• Conduct and oversee HSE risk assessments, hazard identification, JSA/JHA and method statement reviews
  .
• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure effective implementation of the Hierarchy of Controls and safe systems of work.
• Conduct regular site inspections, safety walks, audits and compliance assessments
  .
• Lead the investigation of accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences
  , including root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE/GCC HSE legislation, client requirements and applicable international standards
  , including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Manage and monitor HSE performance of subcontractors and suppliers and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Develop and monitor HSE KPIs, leading/lagging indicators and performance reports for senior management and the Client.
• Lead HSE inductions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns, emergency drills and competency development programs.
• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans and coordinate emergency preparedness exercises.
• Provide HSE leadership, guidance and mentoring to HSE Officers, Engineers, Supervisors and site teams.
• Liaise with the Client, Consultant, railway authorities, regulatory bodies and other stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture throughout the project.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12–15 years of HSE experience
  , preferably on major infrastructure, railway, metro or transportation projects.
• Proven experience in a HSE Manager / Project HSE Manager role on large-scale projects.
• Railway or Metro project experience is highly preferred.
• UAE/GCC experience with strong knowledge of applicable HSE regulations and requirements.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent HSE qualification is preferred.
• ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
• Strong experience in risk management, HSE audits, incident investigation and contractor HSE management
  .
• Experience working with major Clients, Consultants and regulatory authorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, reporting and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, multi-disciplinary railway construction environment.

Candidates with experience in any of the following will be highly preferred:

Railway Infrastructure | Metro | High-Speed Rail | Track Works | Railway Systems | Stations | Tunnels | Bridges | Earthworks | Rail Electrification | Signalling | Telecom | Railway Operations Interface

Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice periods are preferred.