Safety Manager

Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Full Time

Manager

Onsite

4 weeks ago

Occupational Health and SafetyEHS ManagementISO 14001OHSAS 18001Safety TrainingAccident Investigation

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Occupational Health and SafetyEHS ManagementISO 14001

Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC (ADWEA prequalified) is a licensed, bonded, and insured electrical contracting company serving Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, the Northern Emirates, and beyond for over a decade.
The company specializes in MEP works, substations, HV & LV maintenance, and generator maintenance, handling projects of all sizes.
Gulf Power is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards.

The Safety Manager is a full time, on site role based in Abu Dhabi, responsible for overseeing and continuously improving the company’s health, safety, and environmental practices.
Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures in line with ISO and OHSAS standards, as well as local regulations.
Conduct regular site inspections and audits on MEP, substation, and maintenance projects, identify hazards, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
Deliver safety training, conduct toolbox talks, review risk assessments and method statements, and ensure proper use of PPE and safe work practices.
Lead accident and incident investigations, prepare reports, analyze root causes, and collaborate closely with project teams to foster a strong safety culture.

Strong knowledge and practical experience in Occupational Health and Industrial Safety within construction, MEP, or electromechanical contracting environments.
Proficiency in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) management, including implementation of ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 (or ISO 45001) requirements.
Demonstrated experience in Safety Training, including developing training materials, conducting safety inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher sessions.
Proven capability in Accident Investigation, including incident reporting, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Relevant safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent) and a diploma or degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
Familiarity with UAE safety regulations and standards applicable to construction and electromechanical works.
Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels in safe work practices.
Ability to work on site across multiple project locations, manage priorities under time constraints.