HSE Officer

About the job

About LAHAB:

LAHAB DEFENCE SYSTEMS (LDS) focuses on design, development and production of medium and large calibre munitions and weapons systems.

At LAHAB Defence Systems, we are a munitions pioneer. As the UAE’s only medium and large munitions manufacturer, we put over 25 years of expertise and experience to work for leading defence and security organisations across the MENA region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) officer serves as a HSE liaison for all industrial projects across LAHAB, ensuring that project design incorporates and implements HSE guidelines and safety regulations. The job incumbent is responsible for ensuring a hazard free work environment through safety assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, critical facility reviews, process hazard analysis, incident investigations and preventive actions.
• Contribute in the development, implementation, awareness and compliance of standard HSE policies, procedures, programs and guidelines for the organization
• Perform regular HSE audits and inspection to ensure a hazard free environment; develop detailed reports of the audit findings and implement corrective action plans
• Develop, design, and implement emergency response actions plans, guidelines, and operating procedures for emergencies
• Conduct Risk Assessments to evaluate HSE hazards based on Severity, Likelihood, Exposure and Frequency; and develop mitigation plans
• Coordinate with TIP to review and approve the gate pass application for chemicals or any Hazard material
• Manage and follow Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) documentation and import permit
• Co-ordinate with TIP HSE regarding any HSE related issue/incident
• Lead investigations for events and injuries by determining the root cause of the problem; prepare and compile reports and provide accurate action plan to provide solutions
• Review and approve the method statement and HSE deliverables of the projects
• Collaborate with project managers to prepare project’s safety plan; identify and control HSE related hazards and risks in regards to project site, operations, job tasks and equipment
• Monitor the projects Safety/HSE target schedules to ensure that they are being achieved effectively and efficiently in accordance with project requirements
• Develop, deliver or facilitate HSE training programs to new and existing employees ensuring each employee has received the necessary and most appropriate training in their respective areas of work
• Develop and implement a complete Permit-to-work Guidance system covering safe work permitting, confined space entry, Job Safety Analysis (JSA / JHA) and hot work permitting
• Develop waste management programs and good housekeeping practices to determine and minimize waste generated from hazardous materials; compile reports to submit it to the government authorities

Experience and Education:

• Minimum: 10+ years’ of experience in HSE management and technical safety engineering experience

• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in an HSE role, preferably in manufacturing, oil & gas and defense industry with regional exposure.

• Professional diploma or Certification in Occupational HSE/Process Safety/ Risk Management from an accredited university/institution

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.

• NEBOSH / IOSH / OSHA certification or equivalent (preferred).

• Knowledge of local HSE laws and regulations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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