HSE Manager – Infrastructure Projects | UAE

Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Category:

• Engineering & Technical
• Construction & Real Estate
• Legal & Compliance
• Environment & Sustainability

We are looking for an experienced Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental management across infrastructure project sites in Dubai, UAE.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring HSE management systems while ensuring compliance with Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) requirements and other applicable statutory regulations.

This position requires extensive HSE experience, including at least three years in a managerial role on UAE infrastructure projects. Candidates must have valid RTA HSE Manager approval or registration, strong knowledge of Dubai and UAE safety regulations, and practical experience managing safety on large-scale infrastructure developments.

A relevant bachelor’s degree and mandatory NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) are required. Additional qualifications such as NEBOSH Diploma, IOSH, or OSHA certifications will be preferred.

• Develop and implement health, safety, and environmental management systems across infrastructure project sites.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with RTA regulations and applicable statutory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with Dubai Municipality and UAE Federal HSE regulations.
• Monitor workplace safety across infrastructure construction activities.
• Identify workplace hazards and assess associated risks.
• Implement appropriate safety controls and risk mitigation measures.
• Oversee HSE activities across roads, bridges, utilities, drainage, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Monitor site safety performance and ensure adherence to applicable codes of practice.
• Support the implementation of environmental management procedures.
• Review HSE practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture across project teams.

Education

– Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 15+ years of overall HSE experience.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial role on infrastructure projects in the UAE.
• Proven experience managing safety on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Mandatory Approvals & Certifications

• Valid RTA HSE Manager approval/registration – mandatory.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – mandatory.

Preferred Certifications

• NEBOSH Diploma.
• IOSH certification.
• OSHA certification.

Technical Knowledge

• RTA HSE regulations and requirements.
• Dubai Municipality HSE regulations.
• UAE Federal HSE regulations and codes of practice.
• Infrastructure construction safety management.
• Roads, bridges, utilities, drainage, and transportation projects.
• Health, safety, and environmental management systems.

Professional Skills

• HSE management and leadership.
• Regulatory compliance monitoring.
• Risk identification and safety management.
• Infrastructure site safety oversight.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

The original job description does not specify salary or employee benefits.

This opportunity offers professional exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects and HSE management within the UAE construction industry.

Relevant professional development areas include:

• Advanced HSE management.
• Infrastructure project safety management.
• RTA regulatory compliance.
• UAE construction safety standards.
• Environmental management systems.
• Advanced occupational health and safety practices.
• NEBOSH Diploma and other professional certifications.

Specific salary, employee benefits, and training arrangements should be confirmed with the employer.