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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HSE Manager to lead and oversee health, safety, and environmental operations across diverse project sites and consultancy engagements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in site-based HSE management, coupled with the ability to provide strategic consultancy services to clients, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across all project phases.

Your role

Strategic Leadership & Planning

  • Develop and implement comprehensive HSE strategies aligned with corporate goals and project-specific requirements.

  • Lead the integration of HSE principles into project planning, execution, and delivery.

  • Advise senior leadership and clients on HSE risks, regulatory changes, and mitigation strategies.

Site Operations Management

  • Oversee HSE performance across multiple project sites, ensuring adherence to local and international standards.

  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and enforce corrective actions.

  • Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with HSE policies and procedures.

  • Lead emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills and simulations.

Consultancy & Client Engagement

  • Provide expert HSE consultancy services to clients, including gap analysis, system development, and regulatory compliance support.

  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions for clients on HSE best practices, legal obligations, and cultural transformation.

  • Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and recommendations tailored to client needs.

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other relevant standards and regulations.

  • Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of preventive measures.

  • Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, audits, and corrective actions.

  • Track and report HSE KPIs, trends, and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.

Training & Development

  • Design and deliver HSE training programs for employees, contractors, and clients.

  • Promote a proactive safety culture through engagement, awareness campaigns, and leadership development.

  • Mentor junior HSE staff and contribute to talent development within the organization.

Environment & geoscience Engineering

Location

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-161952

Salary range

-

About you

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.

  • NEBOSH International Diploma, IOSH Chartered Membership, or equivalent certification required.

  • ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification preferred.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum 13 – 17 years of progressive HSE experience in engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors.

  • Proven experience managing HSE operations on large-scale, complex project sites.

  • Demonstrated consultancy experience with client-facing roles in HSE advisory, audits, and system implementation.

  • Must have UAE Experience.

Skills & Competencies

  • Deep understanding of HSE legislation, standards, and industry best practices.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

  • Proficiency in HSE management systems, incident reporting tools, and risk assessment methodologies.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.

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, family care, 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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