Safety Engineer

Responsibilities

• Monitor, audit, and enforce HSE compliance on major infrastructure projects to ensure adherence to UAE Federal Law and international standards.
• Review and recommend approval for Contractor HSE plans, including Traffic Management, Emergency Response, and Environmental Management plans.
• Conduct daily and weekly site inspections of roadworks, bridges, tunnels, and utility trenches to identify hazards and risks.
• Monitor high-risk activities such as excavation, working at height, lifting operations, and confined space entry.
• Verify the implementation of permit-to-work systems and witness critical safety inspections and emergency drills.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses using root cause analysis and ensure the close-out of all corrective actions.
• Maintain comprehensive HSE documentation, including incident reports, audit findings, and safety statistics.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related discipline) or a recognized HSE qualification.
• Minimum of 12 years of HSE experience in construction, with at least 8 years on major infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, tunnels, or utilities).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working within the UAE or GCC region.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or NEBOSH International Diploma.
• Deep knowledge of Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice and RTA HSE specifications.
• Strong skills in incident investigation, risk assessment, and HSE report writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• RTA HSE accreditation or OSHAD-SF Practitioner registration.
• ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification.
• IOSH Managing Safely or OSHA 30-hour Construction certification.

About the Company

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. We deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges across the globe, from Earth to outer space.