HSE Officer - JAFZA experienced

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title HSE Manager Department Health, Safety & Environment Location JAFZA Warehouse & Head Office Complex, Dubai, UAE Reports To General Manager / Director - Operations Direct Reports HSE Officers / Safety Supervisors Grade Management Employment Type Full Time Version 1.0 Position Purpose To lead and manage all Health, Safety, Environmental, Fire Safety and Regulatory Compliance activities across the JAFZA Warehouse and Head Office Complex, ensuring full compliance with JAFZA, Trakhees-EHS, Dubai Civil Defense and UAE regulatory requirements while fostering a proactive safety culture. Key Responsibilities • Ensure compliance with all applicable JAFZA, Trakhees-EHS, Dubai Civil Defense and UAE HSE regulations. • Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities. • Lead risk assessments, HIRA, JSA and Safe Work Procedures. • Manage warehouse safety programs including forklift operations, racking safety, loading bays, battery charging areas, contractor management and hazardous materials handling. • Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions. • Develop emergency response plans and conduct drills. • Manage environmental compliance, waste management and sustainability initiatives. • Deliver HSE training, inductions and awareness campaigns. • Lead internal and external audits and maintain compliance documentation. Authority & Accountability • Stop unsafe work activities. • Escalate regulatory and compliance risks to management. • Recommend disciplinary action for repeated safety violations. • Approve HSE procedures, risk assessments and safety permits within delegated authority. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or related discipline. Experience Minimum 8–10 years of HSE experience including at least 5 years in a managerial role. Experience within JAFZA, logistics, warehousing or distribution environments is mandatory. Mandatory Certifications • NEBOSH International Diploma (Preferred) or NEBOSH IGC • IOSH Managing Safely • Fire Marshal / Fire Warden Certification • First Aid & CPR Certification • Incident Investigation Training • Risk Assessment Certification Preferred Certifications • CSP (Certified Safety Professional) • GradIOSH / CMIOSH • Diploma in Fire & Safety Engineering • NFPA Fire Safety Training • HAZMAT / Dangerous Goods Certification • ISO 45001 Lead Auditor • ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Technical Competencies • JAFZA Regulations & Compliance Requirements • Trakhees-EHS Requirements • Dubai Civil Defense Fire & Life Safety Code • UAE Labour Law • ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Management Systems • Permit to Work Systems • Emergency Response Planning • Fire Protection Systems • Warehouse & Logistics Risk Management Behavioural Competencies • Leadership & Team Management • Communication & Influencing Skills • Regulatory Liaison • Decision Making • Problem Solving • Continuous Improvement Mindset Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI) • Zero Regulatory Non-Compliance Notices • 100% Completion of Mandatory HSE Training • 100% Fire Drill Compliance • 100% Audit Closure within Agreed Timelines • Incident Investigation Closure within 7 Days • Monthly HSE Reporting Accuracy – 100%