HSE Inspector - Utilities

WSP in the Middle East

Job Description

""Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us. As an HSE Inspector, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the implementation and adherence to stringent health and safety standards across our infrastructure and road works projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience, a strong background in OSHAD, NEBOSH IGC or above certification, and ISO-45001 Lead Auditor qualification. Experience in the Abu Dhabi market and a consultant background are mandatory for this role.""

Responsibilities

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Conduct regular inspections and audits of project sites to ensure compliance with OSHAD and other relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement corrective actions to mitigate them.
• Ensure all project activities adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
  
  
  

Incident Investigation and Reporting:

• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and recommend preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of all safety-related incidents.
• Ensure timely reporting of incidents to relevant authorities and stakeholders.
  
  
  

Training and Awareness:

• Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks for project staff and contractors to promote safety awareness.
• Develop and deliver training programs on specific safety topics, ensuring compliance with OSHAD requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and best practices, and disseminate this information to project teams.
  
  
  

Safety Documentation and Record Keeping:

• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date safety documentation, including inspection reports, training records, and incident reports.
• Ensure all safety documentation is accessible and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit regular safety performance reports to project managers and stakeholders.
  
  
  

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure safety requirements are integrated into project plans and activities.
• Communicate effectively with all project stakeholders to promote a proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental management.
• Participate in project meetings to provide updates on safety performance and address any safety concerns.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Shall have minimum 08 years of relevant work experience on infrastructure project experience in Health and Safety domain and successfully have completed the Abu Dhabi Occupational Health and Safety (ADOSH-SF) Practitioners Course , with Grade B registration or above (or relevant OSH practitioner approval, as applicable), along with NEBOSH IGC (Level 3) or above, and ISO-45001 Lead Auditor qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHAD and other relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations in Abu Dhabi.
• Proven track record of effectively implementing and managing safety programs on construction sites.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify hazards and implement effective corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to conduct training sessions and communicate safety requirements to diverse project teams.
• Relevant certifications in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) are highly desirable.