Safety, Health & Environment Advisor – Construction Supervision

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Advisor Safety, Health & Environment to join our construction supervision team in Abu Dhabi. The role involves developing, implementing and overseeing safety, health and environmental programs across construction projects, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and international standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain safety, health and environmental policies aligned with UAE laws and best practices.
• Conduct comprehensive hazard assessments and risk analyses on construction sites and recommend mitigation measures.
• Perform regular site inspections and audits to verify compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near‑misses, document findings and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Deliver safety training and awareness programmes for workers, supervisors and management.
• Maintain detailed records of safety performance metrics, incidents and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety considerations into planning and execution phases.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programmes and propose continuous improvements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in safety, health and environmental management within construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE labour laws, international safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills for hazard assessment and incident investigation.
• Ability to work closely with project managers, site supervisors and multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Hazard assessment and risk analysis
• Site inspection and audit
• Incident investigation and reporting
• Safety training delivery
• Regulatory compliance documentation