Health and Safety Manager - Major Exhibition Programme

Mace

Dubai, UAE

Ref: QP928-123

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Be a part of our International Consultancy business that spans our five global hubs, where we oversee work for world leading organisations across the public and private sectors.

Our Middle East, North Africa and India hub started in 1998 and has successfully operated in a wide range of countries, delivering project & programme management and cost consultancy services.

The Role
Health and Safety Manager – Major Exhibition Programme

Responsibilities Include
• Plans, manages and leads the development and implementation of HS policies, strategies, programs and standards across all PMC programme functions.
• Recommends strategic direction for all elements of the HS program.
• Keep staff fully informed of the PMC HS program and applicable legislative requirements.
• To raise awareness of all stakeholders, managers and employees at a high level on a continuous basis, and will be the core responsible, along with his/her team) on matters pertaining to occupational safety in the site.
• Contractor will be warned verbally and in writing on all matters of occupational safety flaw, short-coming and practice faults observed.
• Ensure that Occupational Safety Strategy Plan is prepared and shared with all stakeholders on behalf of PMT.
• The field works are carried on in accordance with this documents and document is updated by making it consonant to working conditions of the Contractor.
• Inspect conformity of all operations practiced to current and local Occupational Safety Laws and Specifications.
• Review and update of Environment policy.
• Implementation and communication of Environmental policy.
• Undertake Environmental project audits on behalf of the client.
• Manage incident reporting and investigations in conjunction with the Principal contractor(s) / Engineer.
• Carry out independently regular site safety inspections - record observations and suggested improvements.
• Key point of contact regarding in house safety system, Yellow Jacket.
• Assist with the implementation of QHSE policies, procedures, guidance notes and standards.
• Assist with QHSE compliance registers in the country of operation.
• Assist with audits for ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001; and other applicable standards.
• Assist in the creation and coordination of annual audits and inspection schedules for accounts, undertake and provide support for Operational.
• Promotion of QHSE management systems to all staff.
• Identify and communicate areas of improvement and best practice.
• Highlight any risks and suggest mitigating corrective actions.
• Have a proactive approach to activities and work flexibly to support account teams.

Requirements

• Relevant University Degree is essential for Client Approval.
• 8yrs+ of Post-Graduate experience is essential for Client Approval.
• NEBOSH Diploma or similar preferred.
• CMIOSH
• Previous HSE Management experience in Dubai is essential for Client Approval.
• Managing H&S on major projects/programmes.
• Strong organisational skills
• General Industry Certified Safety and Health Specialist.
• Environmental Management Qualifications an advantage.
• Auditor qualifications for Occupational Safety and Health an advantage.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.
• Good organization, prioritization and planning skills.
• Good record management skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and alone as the activity requires.
• Ability to adapt to learn new non-Microsoft software.

About the Company

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East North Africa and India, North America, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first - going home safe and well, Client focus - deliver on our promise, Create opportunity - for our people to excel, Integrity - always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

We support our people who are aiming to achieve an academic or professional qualification that will help them develop personally and deliver to the highest standard for our clients. At Mace you can deepen your knowledge, expand your skills and define your own path.

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