Job Description

HSEQ Manager - Tier 1 Contractor Our client is one of the largest tier 1 contracting companies in Dubai, with projects across the UAE, ranging from 5 star hotels to iconic residential towers that shape the Dubai skyline.
They have an enviable portfolio of projects with leading developers covering the last 30 years. Due to management changes, they are seeking an experienced HSEQ Manager for their corporate offices in Downtown, Dubai.
Emphasis is more on the quality management, rather than HSE. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of QAQC management systems and implementation.
Job description
To support the business in the implementation of HSEQ processes and initiatives so as to ensure a safe and healthy working environment, adherence to related statutory duties and furthering of best practice standards.
To use their knowledge and skills to promote a positive health and safety culture in the workplace and ensure legal compliance.
Key responsibilities

• Ensure all documentation relating to health and Safety, environmental and quality systems is kept up to date and accurate.
• Ensure that existing certifications and standards are maintained for ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 9001.
• Work closely with the management team across the business to support and advise in all HSEQ matters.
• Ensure existing processes and procedures are implemented whilst identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Manage the company audit cycle and report results, ensuring any corrective actions are put in-place where necessary.
• Carry out management system audits and inspections and manage a programme of corrective/preventative actions for continuous improvement to ensure the highest standards in technical competence and safe working practices are met.
• To carry out investigations into all accidents and near-miss incidents and record the findings and implement changes.
• Advise the Company of all incidents reportable under R.I.D.D.O.R and notify the HSE.
• To bring new techniques for improving health, safety and welfare to prevent accidents and implement best practices.
• To oversee insurance claims and manage third party relationships.
• Maintain company profile and HSEQ data on the various portals - Construction Line, Safe Contractor, Achilles etc to maintain compliance and approval status.
• Ensure the Company meets its Health surveillance obligations, in line with legislation and industry regulations and co-ordinate screening.
• Identify safety, health and environment training needs and manage all course bookings including CSCS, CPCS and e-learning training.
• To highlight areas where training/certification is required to meet the standards imposed by legislation, approved codes of practice, or H.S.E. guidance.
• Providing expert health and safety advice and knowledge to the group.
• Undertake safety briefings, lessons learnt and distribute other safety related communications.
• Manage the day-to-day H&S matters on site.
• Completion and review of risk assessments and COSHH assessments.
• Monitor, evaluate and review existing, new and upcoming Health and Safety legislation and ensure the business has systems, policies and practices in place to meet legal compliance.
• Support and develop a team of 3 direct reports.
• Maintain own level of knowledge and competency in relation to SHE Management and responsibilities including appropriate qualifications and professional membership.

Personal attributes

• A relationship builder who can engage with all employees across the business.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Driven, confident and enthusiastic in their approach.
• Decisive and able to offer practical and flexible solutions to problems.
• Able to lead and be hands on.
• Not afraid to challenge others, but in the right way.
• Ability to contribute effectively to a team working environment.
• The ability to 'think on your feet' and use of initiative.
• Professional and approachable.
• Flexible and reliable.

Skills and qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate as a minimum, ideally level 5/6 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health.
• BSc qualified
• Internal audit or lead auditor qualification.
• Previous sector experience as a HSEQ Manager / safety professional.
• Experience of leading and developing a Health & Safety team.
• Demonstrable evidence of driving and improving change.
• Management of HSEQ management systems.
• Good up to date knowledge of ISO certification process.
• Experience of reporting and liaising with relevant stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Eye for detail and a results driven approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and to defined deadlines.
• Full driving licence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good IT skills- Microsoft Word, Excel, Power point.
• Excellent organisation skills.
• The ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative.

Salary AED 50,000 per month + family status + flight ticket + private medical
please send your cv to lm@opusrecruit-me.com