HSE Manager

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world."

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group's operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis' long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Basic Functions / Objective & Authorities: Manage and supervise health and safety programs to ensure that all project employees work in a safe and healthy environment. Oversee processes, procedures, risk assessments, safe systems of work, and toolbox talks to mitigate any risk of accidents to personnel and staff. Establish the safety culture and behavior from the commencement of the contract, ensuring continuous improvement. Conduct thorough accident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Implement and maintain the Company's Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System, covering hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures, accident and injury prevention, hazardous material and waste management, emergency preparedness, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities: 

• Implement health, Safety & Environmental management system of the company at project sites.
• Develop project health and safety plan and implementation of the plan.
• Shall be responsible for the preparation, implementation and operation of the HSP at all levels of project.
• Implementing the company safety policy together with upholding standards required by consultants.
• Represents the company in all safety matters pertaining to internal and external activities.
• Liaising with subcontractors and in drafting daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Assisting in preparing and reviewing documents (e.g.  Risk assessments method statements).
• Monitoring safety performance and conducting daily safety inspections.
• Compiling daily reports from sub‐contractors.
• Assisting in emergency drills. Communicating with subcontractors.
• Leading weekly sub‐contractor safety officer meetings. Assisting with incident investigations.
• Conducting tool box talks & HSE training for employees and subcontractors.
• Liaise with the construction group to ensure that all necessary HSE precautions are being adhere to and that any information or instruction on HSE issued by Client/Consultant.
• Understand the management framework, moral & economic requirements & implications for good standards in health & safety.

• BSc, BEng, BA, or equivalent (preferred)
• Western qualification and experience. (Preferred)
• NEBOSH DIPLOMA – LEVEL 06.  (Preferred)
• Minimum 12 years' Experience. (Mainly in Roads Operations & Maintenance)
• At least 5 years' Experience as HSE Manager within Roads Operations &Maintenance, Infrastructure, and large scale projects
• NEBOSH – IGC
• IOSH – Managing safety
• International Certifications in Health & Safety.
• Proven track record in managing HSE systems with a "Zero Accident" approach.
• Strong understanding of performance-based contracts and risk allocation.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken)