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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Safety Officer (HSE Officer) to oversee and implement health, safety, and environmental practices on building construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of UAE safety regulations, hands-on construction HSE experience, and proven capability in managing on-site safety activities in compliance with ISO 45001 standards and NEBOSH guidelines. The Safety Officer will support project teams by ensuring a safe working environment, preventing incidents, and enforcing company and regulatory safety policies.

Your role

Site Safety Monitoring

  • Conduct daily site inspections to ensure compliance with HSE standards and project safety requirements.
  • Monitor high‑risk activities such as working at heights, scaffolding, lifting operations, hot works, Plant & Equipment, Logistics & and traffic management , confined spaces.
  • Ensure proper use of PPE and verify adequate safety signage, barricading, and access controls.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Assist in developing and implementing the project HSE plan.
  • Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports, checklists, and registers.
  • Support preparation of weekly and monthly HSE reports for internal and client submission.
  • Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi OSHAD requirements and other regional regulations.

Training & Communication

  • Conduct toolbox talks, safety inductions, and refresher sessions for workers and visitors.
  • Promote a positive safety culture across multicultural teams.
  • Highlight unsafe acts and conditions and coordinate timely corrective actions.

Incident & Emergency Management

  • Report incidents, near‑misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Assist in preliminary incident investigations and contribute to root cause analysis.
  • Participate in emergency response drills and verify readiness of emergency equipment.
Cities & development Engineering

Location

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-151148

Salary range

-

About you

Qualifications & Certifications

  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Occupational Safety (preferred).
  • 8 years of experience in HSE roles within building construction projects.
  • NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – Mandatory.
  • ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor – Required.
  • Additional certifications such as OSHA 30‑hour, First Aid/CPR, Fire Safety are an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of UAE and Abu Dhabi HSE regulations (OSHAD, ADQCC).
  • Experience in HSE documentation, audits, and compliance monitoring.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and digital reporting tools.
  • Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus.

Key Competencies

  • Strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills.
  • Good understanding of HSE legislation, standards, and safe work practices for building projects.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong documentation and reporting capability.
  • Proactive, detail‑oriented, and safety‑focused mindset.
  • Ability to engage effectively with workers, supervisors, and contractors.
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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