HSSE Manager – Automotive Sector

About the role

The HSSE Manager will lead Health, Safety, Security & Environmental operations across Al‑Futtaim Automotive facilities in Dubai, ensuring compliance with local regulations and driving continuous improvement toward international certifications.

Key responsibilities

• Increase HSSE hazard identification and reporting by 65% through regular inspections of all business units.
• Achieve a 45% reduction in preventable incidents by implementing corrective and preventative action plans.
• Conduct weekly site visits, audit sites bi‑annually, and perform thorough risk assessments.
• Oversee daily fire safety and security system inspections and coordinate with FM and AMC vendors.
• Lead HSSE‑focused initiatives, ISO audit preparation, and emergency response planning.
• Maintain a central legal register, secure mandatory permits, and ensure ‘Zero Accidents’ through 3rd‑party access control.
• Manage and develop the HSSE team, track attendance, conduct performance reviews, and promote training.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering or related field.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in health & safety, security, police or related roles.
• Proven experience in incident reporting, investigations, emergency preparedness and team management.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of HSSE standards and regulations.
• Incident reporting and investigation expertise.
• Risk assessment and control measure development.
• ISO audit and certification processes.
• NEBOSH certification.