Worker Welfare Auditor

About the role

Target Engineering, an EPC and industrial infrastructure company with 50+ years of experience, is looking for a Worker Welfare Auditor. The role ensures compliance with worker welfare standards, UAE labor regulations, client requirements and company policies across project sites and accommodation facilities, while promoting ethical employment practices and safeguarding worker rights.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct worker welfare audits across project sites, labor camps and associated facilities, assessing compliance with UAE labor laws, client requirements, international standards and company policies.
• Review employment contracts, recruitment practices, payroll records and worker documentation; verify accommodation standards, welfare facilities, health and safety conditions and grievance mechanisms.
• Hold worker interviews and engagement sessions, support welfare initiatives and awareness programs, and promote ethical recruitment.
• Prepare audit reports with findings and recommendations, monitor corrective action plans and coordinate with HR, HSE, site management, subcontractors and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate audit documentation and support internal and external compliance assessments.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years of experience in worker welfare, labor compliance, social auditing, HR compliance or related functions.
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, construction or other large-scale industrial projects; UAE and Middle East project experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience conducting compliance audits, inspections and worker welfare reviews.
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• Professional certifications in social compliance, worker welfare, auditing or labor standards are an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE Labor Law and worker welfare requirements.
• Familiarity with international worker welfare and ethical employment standards.
• Interviewing, auditing, reporting and investigation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and report preparation.
• Ability to work independently with a multicultural workforce.

What we offer

• The chance to contribute to UAE Oil and Gas EPC mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.