QHSE Manager
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About the Role
Seeking a QHSE Manager to establish and improve QHSE policies and management systems for plant operations in Dubai. Requires 10+ years of QHSE experience in power generation or heavy process industry, NEBOSH qualification, and ISO management system expertise.
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Responsibilities
- Establish, implement and maintain the Integrated Management System in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001
- Define and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, work instructions, operational controls and forms for the site
- Ensure compliance with applicable UAE laws, cabinet decrees, regulations and company standards
- Lead and promote behavioural and cultural safety programmes
- Conduct and lead investigations into accidents, near misses, unsafe conditions and violations of HSE requirements
- Plan and carry out internal QHSE and IMS audits, inspections and compliance checks
- Provide clear QHSE leadership, coaching and support to line managers, supervisors and the wider workforce
- Ownership of process safety management for high risk plant areas
Requirements
- Degree in a related technical discipline
- Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 management systems
- NEBOSH or equivalent recognised health and safety qualification
- Minimum 10 years of progressive QHSE experience in the power generation, energy from waste, heavy process or similar high risk industry
- Proven experience in implementing, maintaining and auditing integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001)
- Demonstrable experience in leading accident and incident investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions
- Good working knowledge of applicable UAE health, safety and environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Formal training in incident investigation and risk assessment techniques is an advantage
- Experience with IFC Performance Standards and lender requirements is an advantage
- Previous experience in an EfW, waste to energy, waste treatment or related process environment is strongly preferred
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Job Scope Summary
- The Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing and continually improving the company's QHSE policies, procedures and management systems.
- The role supports safe, compliant and reliable plant operations in line with corporate QHSE standards and procedures, applicable UAE federal and local regulations, environmental permits and licence conditions, and contractual obligations and performance requirements.
- The QHSE Manager provides assurance to the General Manager and Management Board that risks to people, the environment, assets and reputation are identified, controlled and continually reduced.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage the Plant's QHSE programs and development and managing policies and procedures to prevent, eliminate, control, and reduce work related hazards and maintain environmental responsibility.
- Establish, implement and maintain the Integrated Management System in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001.
- Define and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, work instructions, operational controls and forms for the site.
- Ensure that the safety and environmental organisation complies with applicable UAE laws, cabinet decrees, regulations and company standards.
- Develop, plan, implement and coordinate health and safety programmes to eliminate or reduce occupational injuries, illnesses, incidents and related financial losses.
- Lead and promote behavioural and cultural safety programmes, ensuring visible leadership and active participation from supervisors and managers.
- Establish and maintain the site permit to work system, including risk assessments, method statements and control of work for high risk activities.
- Conduct and lead investigations into accidents, near misses, unsafe conditions and violations of HSE requirements, identify root causes and agree corrective and preventive actions.
- Track and analyse HSE statistics and leading indicators, identify trends and implement targeted improvement measures.
- Ensure that plant operations comply with environmental permits, IFC Performance Standards and other applicable environmental requirements.
- Plan and carry out internal QHSE and IMS audits, inspections and compliance checks, issue reports and track closure of findings.
- Provide clear QHSE leadership, coaching and support to line managers, supervisors and the wider workforce.
Educational / Professional Qualification / Training Certifications
- Degree in a related technical discipline.
- Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 management systems.
- NEBOSH or equivalent recognised health and safety qualification.
- Formal training in incident investigation and risk assessment techniques is an advantage.
Job Experience
- Minimum 10 years of progressive QHSE experience in the power generation, energy from waste, heavy process or similar high risk industry.
- Proven experience in implementing, maintaining and auditing integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001).
- Demonstrable experience in leading accident and incident investigations and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Good working knowledge of applicable UAE health, safety and environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience with IFC Performance Standards and lender requirements is an advantage.
- Previous experience in an EfW, waste to energy, waste treatment or related process environment is strongly preferred.
Strategic Core Competencies
- Safety Management: Leads by example on health and safety, sets clear expectations and ensures that all staff and contractors comply with workplace safety regulations, standards and procedures.
- Technical Expertise: Strong practical understanding of QHSE standards, processes and plant operations, and the ability to translate them into clear requirements and guidance for the team.
- Organization and Administrative Skills: Plans and prioritises effectively, manages multiple tasks and deadlines, and maintains accurate records, registers and reports.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for own actions, decisions and deliverables, follows through on commitments and ensures agreed actions are completed.
- Adaptability: Remains calm and effective under pressure, manages conflict constructively and responds positively to technical, organisational, social and cultural change.
- Problem Solving: Identifies root causes rather than symptoms, evaluates options with their risks and benefits, and proposes pragmatic solutions that support safe and reliable plant operation.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Works closely with operations, maintenance and other functions, builds trust and team spirit, and supports others to achieve common goals.
- Communication and Language: Communicates clearly in spoken and written English, able to explain complex or technical issues in a straightforward way to different audiences.
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