HSE Manager – Abu Dhabi

About the role

The HSE Manager will lead the health, safety, security and environment (HSSE) programme for a major project in Abu Dhabi, ensuring safe delivery, compliance and best‑value outcomes for the owner and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture and drive engagement activities across the project.
• Lead a team of HSE professionals, including Lead HSE Engineers and Senior HSE Officers.
• Develop, implement and monitor the project HSSE management system, procedures and plans.
• Track HSSEQ performance, analyse trends and report achievements.
• Coordinate HSE input during the EPC phase, ensuring design and construction meet legal and owner standards.
• Manage contractor compliance, conduct inspections, toolbox talks and incident investigations.
• Oversee emergency response planning, medical evacuation arrangements and regular drills.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading HSE functions on large EPC or FEED projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HSE legislation and international standards.
• Ability to analyse incidents, perform root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) system management
• Gas testing and H2S monitoring
• Breathing apparatus operation
• Risk assessment development
• Audit planning and execution
• Emergency response procedure creation