Health, Safety & Environment Director - MEA

UAE

Responsibilities:

  • Develop policies and procedures to cultivate a strong culture of safety and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Drive continuous improvement of HSE programs to mitigate risk, prevent injuries, and protect people, property, and the environment.
  • Provide HSE expertise and take ownership for implementing tools, standards, and proven methods.
  • Harmonize and standardize MEA processes and initiatives, promoting collaboration within the HSE community and implementing proven techniques.
  • Ensure ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Certification through timely audits and effective closure of corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with leadership to embed HSE accountability and cultivate a positive safety culture.
  • Ensure all new projects within the organization have acquired all required authorizations and permits.
  • Provide continuous leadership in reducing the operating cost related to HSE for the facilities through energy conservation, waste minimization and injury prevention.
  • Track, analyze and communicate HSE performance through a combination of leading and lagging indicators.
  • Serve as the MEA system administrator for all HSE tools such as Velocity and Environment Health Safety (ENHESA) regulatory compliance and risk management audit tools; understand, assimilate, and mentor key users.
  • Own the development of HSE plans, establish objectives, and monitor progress using important metrics to ensure compliance and improve performance.
  • Conduct inspections and audits and ensure timely communication of findings and corrective actions.
  • Lead sustainability initiatives, drive emission reduction strategies, and foster green teams to achieve NetZero targets.
  • Promote CSR initiatives, build partnerships, and implement impactful programs across MEA while mentoring team members to support charitable efforts.


Skills

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering / Safety Science / Occupational Health or related technical field.
  • 8+ years’ experience in HSE role.
  • Practical knowledge of HSE regulatory compliance and industry trends.
  • Lead Auditor in ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 (or previous 18001).
  • Professional certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
  • Experience in using technology, devices, training techniques related to HSE
  • Ability to influence and challenge current practices through process knowledge and personal relationships


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