Environmental & Employee Health and Safety Specialist

About the role

Hitachi Energy is looking for a proactive Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to develop, implement and maintain comprehensive EHS programs across its Abu Dhabi operations. The role supports the business by applying in‑depth HSE knowledge to improve safety performance, ensure regulatory compliance and foster a strong safety culture throughout the value chain.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Project HSE Plan and Emergency Preparedness Plan.
• Plan and conduct HSE drills (fire, environmental, rescue) and lead HSE meetings.
• Perform routine site inspections, audits of Hitachi Energy’s HSE Operating System and review risk assessments, method statements and subcontractor HSE plans.
• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions and report HSE statistics (hours, training, incidents).
• Support continuous improvement, risk management and regulatory compliance across projects.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years experience as an HSE Advisor in a high‑risk industry, preferably substation EPC.
• Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Electrical Engineering or related science.
• Professional HSE certification such as NEBOSH IGC.
• Experience in client‑facing roles and solid knowledge of relevant codes of practice.
• Strong communication, presentation and training delivery skills.

Required skills

• HSE Operating Systems
• Method Statements
• ISO 14001
• NEBOSH IGC
• Risk Assessments