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HSE Officer - Main Contractor - 3-6 Month Contract

United Arab Emirates  |  Contract

Our Tier 1 Main Contracting Client has a new requirement for a well experienced HSE Officer to join their team in Abu Dhabi to work on a high profile new VVIP Palace project. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a HSE Officer working on high profile projects in the Abu Dhabi and must have worked for recognised Main Contracting Companies in the capacity of HSE Officer previously.


This role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 3-6 month contract as an outsource employed by J10 Consulting.


Key Responsibilities:

  • HSE Management & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies, procedures, and systems in line with UAE laws and international standards.
  • Ensure compliance with Municipality and authority requirements.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
  • Prepare and submit HSE documentation, reports, and permits required by authorities.
  • Site Safety & Operations: Monitor daily site activities to ensure safe work practices are followed.
  • Identify hazards and implement corrective and preventive measures.
  • Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and training sessions for staff and subcontractors.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare reports and implement corrective actions.
  • Authority & Client Coordination: Liaise with government authorities during inspections and audits.
  • Support management during authority visits and compliance reviews.
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors on HSE-related matters.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain HSE records including incident logs, training records, permits, and inspections.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports for management.
  • Ensure proper implementation of method statements, risk assessments (RA), and HSE plans.


HSE Officer Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of HSE experience in the UAE, at least 2 in recognised main contracting companies
  • Strong knowledge of UAE HSE laws, regulations, and authority requirements.
  • Experience dealing with Abu Dhabi local Municipality and other local authorities.
  • Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent (mandatory). OSHAD preferred
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites


Interested candidates are invited to share their up to date CV directly to jobs@j10consulting.ae for further review and shortlisting.


Date Posted: 28 Sep 2026

Status: Open