Head of Corporate Occupational Safety & Health

About the role

As the Head of Corporate OSH you will provide strategic leadership, governance and assurance for Etihad Aviation Group’s corporate health and safety framework across offices, facilities, projects and contractor operations.

Key responsibilities

• Set corporate HSE strategy, policies and annual improvement plan, aligning with OSHAD‑SF, UAE Civil Defence, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Own and manage the corporate risk register, test controls and lead change management.
• Run risk‑based audit and inspection programmes across business units, facilities and contractors.
• Oversee incident investigations, root‑cause analysis and ensure lessons are implemented.
• Define HSE requirements for contractor selection, mobilisation, monitoring and performance.
• Maintain emergency preparedness linked to crisis management and business continuity.
• Develop dashboards, leading and lagging indicators and trend analysis for executives and the Board.
• Lead and develop the HSE team, fostering a strong safety culture and proactive hazard reporting.

Required profile

• 15+ years of HSE experience, with at least 7 years leading teams in a high‑hazard, highly regulated industry such as aviation.
• Proven experience managing a multi‑site, multicultural HSE organisation and departmental budget.
• Track record in corporate HSE governance, including management systems, risk management, assurance and incident investigation.
• Strong knowledge of OSH legislation, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, HSE, environmental science, occupational health or related discipline.
• Recognised professional HSE qualification (NEBOSH Diploma, CSP or CMIOSH preferred).