HSSE Officer – Emiratization (Automotive, Abu Dhabi)

About the role

The HSSE Officer will ensure enforcement and compliance of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental standards across assigned automotive sites in Abu Dhabi. The role involves hazard identification, process improvement, audit participation, and maintaining documentation to meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Increase hazard identification and reporting by 65% through regular inspections and safety committee meetings.
• Achieve a 45% reduction in preventable incidents by implementing corrective measures.
• Participate in HSSE compliance audits and record findings on the Site Compliance and Hazard Tracker.
• Conduct daily security verifications, surprise site visits, and aim for a Security Competency score of 75% by December 2023.
• Manage fire safety inspections, organize emergency evacuation exercises, and maintain updated HSE records and equipment inventory.
• Stay updated on local and federal regulations, ensuring third‑party work complies with safety standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sustainability, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum 1 year experience in HSSE or security.
• Fluency in English; Arabic fluency for communications with government authorities.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Applications
• Site Compliance and Hazard Tracker
• Regulatory Compliance
• Fire Safety Inspections
• HSSE Compliance Audits
• Computer systems
• Emergency Evacuation Exercises