Health, Safety & Environment Officer – Abu Dhabi

About the role

Bilfinger Middle East is looking for an experienced Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer to join its operations team in Abu Dhabi. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining HSE standards across industrial maintenance and project sites, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Implement company HSE policies and the HSE Management System (HSEMS).
• Monitor site safety through inspections, audits, walkthroughs and permit‑to‑work compliance.
• Conduct toolbox talks and HSE training for employees and subcontractors.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Follow up and close HSE observations and action items.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses and prepare reports.
• Drive HSE awareness initiatives and employee engagement campaigns.
• Participate in client meetings, audits and site inspections.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities and emergency drills.
• Conduct monthly HSE committee meetings and maintain documentation for management and clients.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or related field.
• NEBOSH IGC certification (mandatory); IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of HSE experience in mechanical maintenance, industrial services, oil & gas, shutdowns/turnarounds or plant operations.
• Experience with UAE clients such as ADNOC, EGA, TAQA, Borouge.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HSE regulations and industry best practices.
• Fluent in English; Hindi or Urdu a plus.

Required skills

• HSE Management Systems (HSEMS)
• Incident Investigation
• Risk Assessment (JSA/JHA)
• Permit to Work
• Hazard Identification
• Emergency Response Planning
• Internal Auditing
• ISO 45001
• ISO 14001
• Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on prestigious industrial projects.
• Exposure to leading UAE clients.
• Professional development and career growth.
• Strong safety‑focused culture.