Health And Safety Officer (Construction)

Job description / Role

Position Title: Health & Safety Officer
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Construction / Engineering
Employment Type: Full-time, Site-Based
Reports To: HSE Manager

Position Overview:

We are looking for a qualified and proactive Health & Safety Officer to support day-to-day safety operations across active construction sites in Dubai. This role ensures compliance with all health and safety policies, supports incident prevention, and reinforces safety behavior among workforce and subcontractors.

You’ll play a critical hands-on role in driving a zero-incident culture and ensuring regulatory compliance at the operational level.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct routine site safety inspections and enforce compliance with safety procedures.
• Identify potential hazards and ensure appropriate preventive measures are in place.
• Support the preparation and communication of risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Investigate incidents, report findings, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor PPE usage, working-at-height safety, equipment checks, and confined space protocols.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety inductions, and awareness training.
• Ensure proper documentation of inspections, violations, and corrective measures.
• Collaborate with project and site teams to implement HSE initiatives.
• Report unsafe practices or near-misses to the HSE Manager for prompt action.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline.
• Valid NEBOSH IGC (mandatory); additional certifications (e.g., First Aid, Fire Safety) are a plus.
• 4–7 years of construction HSE experience in the GCC.
• Sound knowledge of UAE safety regulations and site-level compliance requirements.
• Strong observation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Proactive and team-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety excellence.

What We Offer:
• Opportunity to work on landmark developments in Dubai
• Supportive leadership and hands-on exposure to HSE management
• Competitive salary, benefits, and development opportunities

About the Company

Service

Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs.

Knowledge

Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term.

Care

At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that's why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability.