Advisor - Safety, Health & Environment (Infra)

About the role

AECOM is looking for an experienced Advisor in Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E) to support the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of SH&E programs on major infrastructure projects. The role works closely with project management teams, contractors and stakeholders to ensure compliance with project HSE requirements, local regulations and international best practice, and to promote a strong safety culture.

Key responsibilities

• Perform basic and routine duties in environmental, health and safety disciplines under direct supervision to meet ES&H standards and federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining safety and health programs, systems and procedures.
• Monitor hazards and diseases that may be present in the work area.
• Help investigate accidents, injuries and complaints about workplace hazards.
• Recommend improvements to processes, design, procedures and equipment to reduce hazards.
• Take part in employee training, emergency preparedness and in ensuring the quality of programs.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in SH&E, with at least 5 years on infrastructure, roads, utilities, drainage, transportation or civil engineering projects.
• Preferred: professional certification such as NEBOSH International General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely, OSHA or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HSE regulations and international standards including ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA and ILO guidelines.
• Experience reviewing contractor HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements and emergency response procedures.
• Valid UAE driving licence preferred.

Required skills

• Site inspections, safety audits, risk assessments and environmental inspections.
• HSE inductions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns and safety training.
• Knowledge of construction safety for excavation, utilities, lifting, temporary traffic management, confined spaces and work at height.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Strong communication, reporting, presentation and stakeholder coordination skills.

Benefits mentioned depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, 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.