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HSEW Engineer - Building experience only

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Overview


The HSEW (Health, Safety, Environment & Wellbeing) Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring health, safety, environmental, and wellbeing programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.


Your role


  • Develop, implement, and maintain HSEW plans, procedures, and management systems for projects and operations.
  • Conduct risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and environmental impact assessments.
  • Perform regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to identify hazards and areas for improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, client requirements, and international HSEW standards.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and environmental events, and prepare detailed reports with corrective actions.
  • Monitor contractor and subcontractor adherence to HSEW requirements.
  • Provide HSEW training, toolbox talks, safety inductions, and awareness programs for employees and contractors.
  • Review and approve work method statements, risk assessments, and permit-to-work documentation.
  • Monitor environmental controls, including waste management, pollution prevention, and resource conservation initiatives.
  • Support emergency preparedness planning, drills, and response activities.
  • Analyze HSEW performance metrics and prepare periodic reports for management and clients.
  • Promote employee wellbeing initiatives and contribute to a positive safety culture.
  • Track corrective and preventive actions to ensure effective closure.
  • Assist in obtaining and maintaining necessary HSE certifications and project compliance requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HSEW performance across projects.

Environment & geoscience Engineering

Location

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-165698

Salary range

-

About you


  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 12 years of HSE experience in Building projects in UAE.
  • Professional certifications such as NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC), IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent.
  • Strong knowledge of HSE legislation, environmental regulations, and international best practices.
  • Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits.
  • Familiarity with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
  • Strong understanding of permit-to-work systems, emergency response planning, and contractor management.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HSE reporting software.
  • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and fast-paced project environments.
  • Knowledge of environmental sustainability and employee wellbeing programs is an advantage.
  • Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are preferred for projects within the GCC region.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits


Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Tax-free salary.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual leave balance.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Transportation & housing allowances.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.


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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis


We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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