Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSE
Posted date [2026-09-22]
(ID: 52286)
Job Description and Requirements
Safety Officer - Infrastructure HSEJob Snapshot
Role: Safety Officer
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Occupational Health and Safety
Experience: At least 8+ years of related Health and Safety experience within infrastructure projects
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Parsons is hiring a Safety Officer in Abu Dhabi, UAE to support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of HSE requirements on infrastructure projects. The role will work closely with the Safety Manager, Resident Engineer, and contractors to monitor site safety performance, verify compliance with applicable requirements, and promote effective hazard and risk controls.
The position requires extensive Health and Safety experience in infrastructure projects, recognized UAE-relevant safety education or certifications, and practical knowledge of contractor HSE monitoring, risk assessments, incident investigations, permit-to-work systems, emergency preparedness, and construction safety practices.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Occupational Health
and Safety
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Implement Parsons HSE Policy, the project HSE Plan, applicable HSE legislation, and other relevant requirements.
* Monitor HSE performance and established targets and recommend measures for improvement.
* Coordinate with the Safety Manager and contractors to support effective implementation of corporate HSE management requirements.
* Monitor contractor activities to verify implementation of applicable safety measures and good practices.
* Review hazard analyses and risk assessment plans for key construction activities.
* Monitor the effectiveness of hazard control measures, job safety plans, and work method statements.
* Conduct HSE site visits and report identified issues to the Resident Engineer for timely rectification.
* Review and monitor contractors\' monthly HSE inspections and reports.
* Conduct monthly safety meetings, track outstanding matters, and prepare and distribute meeting minutes for follow-up.
* Review emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
* Monitor permit-to-work systems, Toolbox Talks, HSE meetings, safety statistics, and contractor HSE records.
* Review contractor incident and accident investigation reports.
* Communicate lessons learned from incidents and monitor immediate and follow-up corrective actions intended to minimize recurrence.
* Perform other responsibilities associated with the position as appropriate.
Contractor Safety Monitoring
The Safety Officer will maintain regular oversight of contractor HSE activities and verify that identified hazards and risks are being managed through appropriate controls. The role includes reviewing safety documentation, observing site practices, tracking corrective actions, and escalating significant findings through the project supervision team.
Incident and HSE Performance Review
The position will contribute to the systematic review of incidents, accidents, inspections, and HSE performance data. This includes monitoring contractor responses, communicating relevant learning points, and following up actions arising from investigations and site observations.
What Required Skills You\'ll Bring
* Degree or Diploma, preferably in Engineering or another relevant discipline, from a recognized university.
* At least 8+ years of related Health and Safety experience within infrastructure projects.
* Recognized Health and Safety education, certification, licence, or training applicable in the UAE.
* Relevant credentials may include ADVETI, NEBOSH, OSHAD-Qudorat, ADOSH SF, First Aid, Fire Safety, ISO 45001, or other applicable qualifications.
* Practical understanding of hazard analysis, risk assessment, work method statements, and hazard control measures.
* Knowledge of emergency preparedness, permit-to-work systems, Toolbox Talks, incident investigations, and HSE reporting.
* Ability to attend a physical interview in Abu Dhabi.
What Desired Skills You\'ll Bring
* At least 2 years of recent experience in construction supervision of infrastructure works.
* Relevant experience with an engineering consulting firm is preferred.
* UAE experience is preferred.
* UAE driving licence is an advantage.
About Parsons
Parsons Corporation provides professional services across engineering, infrastructure, design, and project delivery. This Abu Dhabi-based Safety Officer role supports infrastructure project supervision through contractor HSE monitoring, risk control, safety inspections, incident follow-up, regulatory compliance, and coordination with the project supervision team.
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Implement Parsons HSE Policy, the project HSE Plan, applicable HSE legislation, and other relevant requirements.
* Monitor HSE performance and established targets and recommend measures for improvement.
* Coordinate with the Safety Manager and contractors to support effective implementation of corporate HSE management requirements.
* Monitor contractor activities to verify implementation of applicable safety measures and good practices.
* Review hazard analyses and risk assessment plans for key construction activities.
* Monitor the effectiveness of hazard control measures, job safety plans, and work method statements.
* Conduct HSE site visits and report identified issues to the Resident Engineer for timely rectification.
* Review and monitor contractors\' monthly HSE inspections and reports.
* Conduct monthly safety meetings, track outstanding matters, and prepare and distribute meeting minutes for follow-up.
* Review emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
* Monitor permit-to-work systems, Toolbox Talks, HSE meetings, safety statistics, and contractor HSE records.
* Review contractor incident and accident investigation reports.
* Communicate lessons learned from incidents and monitor immediate and follow-up corrective actions intended to minimize recurrence.
* Perform other responsibilities associated with the position as appropriate.
Contractor Safety Monitoring
The Safety Officer will maintain regular oversight of contractor HSE activities and verify that identified hazards and risks are being managed through appropriate controls. The role includes reviewing safety documentation, observing site practices, tracking corrective actions, and escalating significant findings through the project supervision team.
Incident and HSE Performance Review
The position will contribute to the systematic review of incidents, accidents, inspections, and HSE performance data. This includes monitoring contractor responses, communicating relevant learning points, and following up actions arising from investigations and site observations.
What Required Skills You\'ll Bring
* Degree or Diploma, preferably in Engineering or another relevant discipline, from a recognized university.
* At least 8+ years of related Health and Safety experience within infrastructure projects.
* Recognized Health and Safety education, certification, licence, or training applicable in the UAE.
* Relevant credentials may include ADVETI, NEBOSH, OSHAD-Qudorat, ADOSH SF, First Aid, Fire Safety, ISO 45001, or other applicable qualifications.
* Practical understanding of hazard analysis, risk assessment, work method statements, and hazard control measures.
* Knowledge of emergency preparedness, permit-to-work systems, Toolbox Talks, incident investigations, and HSE reporting.
* Ability to attend a physical interview in Abu Dhabi.
What Desired Skills You\'ll Bring
* At least 2 years of recent experience in construction supervision of infrastructure works.
* Relevant experience with an engineering consulting firm is preferred.
* UAE experience is preferred.
* UAE driving licence is an advantage.
About Parsons
Parsons Corporation provides professional services across engineering, infrastructure, design, and project delivery. This Abu Dhabi-based Safety Officer role supports infrastructure project supervision through contractor HSE monitoring, risk control, safety inspections, incident follow-up, regulatory compliance, and coordination with the project supervision team.
