Assistant Director Safety (construction Contracting Industry)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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Role Overview:
Provide senior leadership for safety governance across multiple high-rise construction projects. Ensure full compliance with UAE regulations, international standards, and corporate Zero-Harm safety objectives.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead development and implementation of corporate HSE management systems, policies and assurance programs.
  • Manage internal & third-party safety audits to ensure regulatory and ISO compliance.
  • Act as main safety representative with UAE/Abu Dhabi authorities and certification bodies.
  • Review and approve construction method statements, risk assessments, and site safety plans.
  • Direct investigations of incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; ensure corrective actions.
  • Drive behavioural-based safety initiatives and engagement campaigns.
  • Develop emergency response plans, conduct crisis simulations and evacuation drills.
  • Prepare safety performance dashboards, trend analyses and board-level reports.
  • Coach and mentor project directors and HSE managers to strengthen safety culture.
Requirements:
Experience & Qualifications:
  • 15+ years in senior construction safety leadership roles on major projects.
  • Engineering degree and NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) required.
  • Strong GCC experience with high-rise or mega construction projects.
  • Chartered membership (IOSH or similar) preferred.
  • Detailed working knowledge of Abu Dhabi & UAE regulatory frameworks.
Skills & Competencies:
  • Strategic HSE leadership & cultural-change capability.
  • Expert regulatory compliance & auditing skills.
  • Crisis management & forensic investigation expertise.
  • Executive reporting & governance experience.
  • Training, mentoring and development ability.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits:
Salary Range: AED 45,000 - 55,000 per month + Benefits

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2270862
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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