HSSE Officer – Health, Safety, Security & Environment

About the role

The HSSE Officer will lead Health, Safety, Security and Environment activities for Dar, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and protecting the workforce from risk and injury. This role supports Dar’s vision of delivering safe, sustainable projects across the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure HSSE policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to, regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
• Inspect premises and work practices to identify non‑conformities and enforce the use of protective equipment.
• Oversee installations, maintenance and disposal of hazardous substances.
• Confirm statutory obligations are met, including training, reporting and welfare requirements.
• Organise and deliver OHS training for employees and executives.
• Record, investigate and report incidents, handling workers’ compensation claims.
• Identify workplace hazards, classify them, implement control measures and follow up.
• Prepare statistical reports on accidents and safety performance for senior management.
• Participate in project management meetings to provide HSSE updates.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 month of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of UAE HSSE regulations and best practices.
• Ability to communicate safety policies clearly and enforce compliance.

Required skills

• OHS training
• Health, Safety, Security & Environment policy development
• Accident investigations
• Environmental management