HSE Manager

Desert Group | Dubai, UAE | Construction & Landscaping Job Summary Desert Group is seeking an experienced HSE Manager with a strong background in construction projects to lead and manage the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental function across multiple project sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing HSE policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing site safety teams, conducting audits and inspections, and promoting a strong safety culture across construction, landscaping, and related operations. The ideal candidate must have extensive UAE construction experience, strong knowledge of HSE legislation and industry standards, and proven capability in managing safety across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities • Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s HSE management systems, policies, procedures, and safety plans. • Ensure compliance with applicable UAE HSE legislation, client requirements, project specifications, and relevant international safety standards. • Manage HSE operations across construction, civil engineering, landscape, infrastructure, and other project sites. • Lead, supervise, and deploy HSE Officers, Safety Engineers, and site safety personnel according to project requirements. • Conduct regular site inspections, HSE audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews. • Review and approve risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), method statements, and permit-to-work procedures. • Identify workplace hazards, evaluate risks, and implement preventive and corrective measures. • Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences; prepare reports and implement corrective actions. • Monitor compliance with safety requirements relating to working at height, excavation, lifting operations, machinery, electrical works, confined spaces, and hot work. • Ensure appropriate emergency response plans, fire safety arrangements, first-aid facilities, and evacuation procedures are in place. • Conduct HSE inductions, toolbox talks, safety training, and awareness programs for employees and subcontractors. • Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Engineers, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve HSE issues. • Monitor subcontractor safety performance and ensure compliance with approved HSE plans and site requirements. • Maintain HSE records, incident statistics, inspection reports, training records, and compliance documentation. • Monitor HSE performance indicators, identify recurring issues, and implement improvement initiatives. • Lead internal and external HSE audits and ensure timely closure of non-conformities and safety observations. • Ensure appropriate certifications, inspection records, and safe operating procedures are maintained for plant, machinery, lifting equipment, and other relevant assets. • Advise senior management on HSE risks, regulatory updates, safety performance, and improvement opportunities. • Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure that project teams understand their HSE responsibilities. • Ensure environmental controls are implemented, including waste management, pollution prevention, and protection of surrounding areas. Requirements • 10–15+ years of HSE experience, with substantial experience in construction projects. • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related field. • ADOSH Certification is Mandatory • Proven experience in a senior HSE management role with responsibility for multiple construction sites. • Strong UAE construction industry experience. • Recognized HSE qualification such as NEBOSH International Diploma, NEBOSH IGC, or an equivalent qualification appropriate to the role.