Site Advisor Safety, Health & Environment

About the role

AECOM is looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Advisor Safety, Health & Environment to join its Abu Dhabi team. The role develops, implements and oversees safety, health and environmental programmes across operations, working with department heads, team supervisors and employees to ensure compliance with UAE labour laws, international safety standards and organisational policies.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain safety, health and environmental policies and procedures aligned with UAE regulations and international best practice
• Carry out hazard assessments and risk analyses, and recommend mitigation strategies
• Run regular audits and inspections to check compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near-misses, document findings and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Design and deliver safety training and awareness programmes for employees at all levels
• Maintain detailed records of safety performance metrics, incidents and compliance documentation
• Integrate safety into planning and execution with operational teams, and monitor and evaluate safety programmes
• Act as the main point of contact for safety queries, prepare safety reports for management and regulators, and coordinate with external agencies
• Mentor team members and stay up to date with changes in UAE labour laws and safety regulations

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in safety, health and environment management
• In-depth knowledge of UAE labour laws, safety regulations and industry standards
• Proven expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment and mitigation, and in incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Ability to develop and deliver safety training, and leadership and mentoring capabilities
• NBOSH certification or equivalent qualification

Required skills

• Proficiency with safety management systems and relevant software applications
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

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