Safety Manager - Bridges and Infrastructure

About the role

AECOM is looking for a Safety Manager to join its project team in Abu Dhabi. The role develops, implements and oversees comprehensive safety programmes for large infrastructure projects, working with project teams, contractors and stakeholders so that all operations comply with local and international safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain safety policies, procedures and protocols for bridge and infrastructure construction projects
• Carry out hazard assessments and risk analyses on active sites to identify safety risks
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near-misses and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Inspect and audit sites, equipment and work practices regularly
• Deliver safety training and orientation to project personnel, including contractors and subcontractors
• Maintain safety documentation and reports in line with UAE regulations
• Help develop emergency response and evacuation plans with project managers and site supervisors
• Monitor safety performance metrics and analyse data to drive continuous improvement
• Enforce PPE use and communicate safety requirements to management, workers and regulators
• Stay up to date with safety regulations and best practices for infrastructure in the UAE

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in safety management on construction or infrastructure projects
• Proven expertise in OHS management and compliance
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Experience working on infrastructure projects

Required skills

• Knowledge of construction safety standards, regulations and best practices in the UAE
• Hazard identification, risk assessment and safety programme development

Benefits mentioned depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability cover, paid time off, flexible work options, an employee assistance programme, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.