Manager HSE

Since its inception in 2000, our client has emerged as a prominent and fast-growing retail group serving markets across the Middle East. The organization partners with world-class fashion and lifestyle brands, delivering globally inspired products and experiences to discerning consumers throughout the GCC. Guided by a vision to become a leading regional gateway for international retailers, the company has successfully built a broad portfolio across diverse consumer categories. Its collaborative approach with global brand partners, combined with extensive market expertise and a customer-first mindset, has enabled sustained growth and ongoing expansion across the region. Today, our client remains well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the dynamic Middle Eastern retail market.

Responsibilities:

Health & Safety and Emergency management:

• Communicate and implement the client’s HSE Management System, Emergency Response & Emergency Management plan with the District Heads, Community, Infrastructure and Retail Managers and Safety Officers.
• Review Fire and life safety drawing to ensure the compliance to the code requirements.
• Provide professional advice and expertise in the identification of factors affecting Health, safety, and Fire on the part of residence, businesses, and visitors.
• Attend incident and emergencies and ensure the reports are prepared for all emergency cases.
• Support the BUs in obtaining ESTIFA certificate and ensure all building meet the legal requirements.
• Ensure all incidents, accidents and near misses are investigated and corrective actions implemented. Carry out incident investigation and prepare trend analysis report.
• Monitor HSE performance by gathering relevant data and producing statistical reports. Prepare weekly and monthly report for allocated area/task.

Contractor Management (Health & Safety aspects):

• Ensure that the Contractor/Service Providers activities comply with CLIENT’S HSE Plan and conform to the terms and conditions of the contract between CLIENT and Contractor.
• Carry out regular inspections and audits to ensure the compliance to UAE FLS code.
• Conduct regular site visit to facilitate evaluation of risks and submit weekly visit reports to Line Manager with recommendation of precautionary measures to mitigate the identified risks.
• Communicate new policies to establish a positive safety culture in the delivery of services.
• In coordination with Zone Heads, facilitate periodic inspection of facilities, equipment, and machinery operation to observe possible unsafe conditions. Conduct periodic inspection and detailed reports with recommendations.
• Review and approve the general permits and safety permits.

Audit:

• Conducting Internal HSE Audits to ensure that all communities are following Health & Safety Management System.

Risk Assessment:

• Identifying & recording the risks related to Health & Safety in the communities, suggesting the mitigation measures and tracking the treatment response and controlling the risks
• Develop a risk-based inspection plan for fire and life safety compliance assurance and complete the inspection as per the plan approved by line manager.
• Perform regular fire risk assessments
• Develop & foster professional relationships with Dubai, UAE & international HSE Regulators & industry groups & liaise regularly.
• Ensure the events are carried in compliance with fire safety requirements
• HSE Training Identify the training needs and arrange/deliver the training as required

Requirements:

Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/ or HSE Field
• Lead Auditor -ISO 45001
• EBOSH International Diploma- Level 6 qualification in OHS
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in similar field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing Health & Safety in Communities

Technical Competencies:

• Good knowledge and experience of using automated applications for HSE management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Development, implementation, third party certification and maintenance of IMS
• Compliance management and continuous improvement
• Knowledge on international standards related to occupational health, safety, environment (14001, 45001).
• WELL implementation
• Good knowledge in UAE FLS code/ NFPA