Position: Senior HSE Officer (Chemical Industry)
Location: UAE
Experience: Minimum 5 years in Chemical Manufacturing or Steel Plants in the UAE
Education: BE in HSE / BSc. Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Related Graduate Degree
Certifications: NEBOSH, OSHA, Fire & Safety (Mandatory)
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable Senior HSE Officer with a solid background in chemical manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of HSE protocols specific to chemical environments including tank farms, resin plants, refineries, pump operations, loading bays, gantries, and drumming lines.
This role is critical to our safety culture and will be responsible for driving safety programs, ensuring legal compliance, conducting regular risk assessments, managing emergency drills, and overseeing all safety training across departments including security, labor, technical, and operational staff.
Key Responsibilities: Operational Safety:
- Ensure necessary precautions are in place during:
- Tanker operations
- Drumming and packaging lines
- Resin and chemical plant operations
- Refinery sections
- Pumps, loading bays, and gantries
- Conduct thorough safety risk analysis related to chemical processes.
Training & Awareness:
- Implement and lead continuous training programs for:
- Security personnel
- Contract labor
- Plant workers
- Engineers and supervisors
- Conduct mock drills, evacuation procedures, and fire safety simulations regularly.
- Ensure all employees are trained in hazard identification and emergency response.
Fire & Explosion Prevention:
- Fully understand root causes of industrial fires:
- Static electricity
- Electrical faults
- Gas leaks
- Develop foolproof preventive mechanisms.
- Maintain all fire safety equipment and ensure readiness at all times.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure 100% compliance with UAE Safety Laws & Regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard reports, feasibility studies.
- Maintain logs and generate reports of inspections, incidents, and corrective actions.
- Liaise with civil defense and other authorities for certifications and inspections.
Site & Equipment Management:
- Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits.
- Ensure proper installation and maintenance of safety equipment.
- Oversee safe disposal of hazardous waste, including asbestos, solvents, and flammables.
Emergency Response & Coordination:
- Coordinate with fire departments, ambulance services, and rescue teams.
- Lead incident investigations and ensure root cause analysis and mitigation plans are executed.
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Strong operational understanding of chemical and industrial processes.
- Deep knowledge of UAE labor laws and EHS compliance standards.
- Expertise in static charge management, flammable storage, and gas leak prevention.
- Ability to write and implement SOPs, emergency response plans, and safety manuals.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
Preferred Industry Experience:
- Chemical Manufacturing Plants
- Steel Plants
- Refineries
- Resin or Polymer Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month
