Advisor - Safety, Health & Environment

Advisor - Safety, Health & Environment Full-time State/Province: Abu Dhabi Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED ABU DHABI Business Line: Transportation Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Abu Dhabi, UAE - Site - Interna Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Advisor - Safety, Health & Environment to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and promoting a comprehensive health, safety, and environmental management framework across our organization. Your expertise will drive compliance with local UAE regulations and international best practices while fostering a proactive safety culture that empowers all team members. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative professional who is passionate about creating safer, healthier work environments and driving continuous improvement through innovative HSE solutions. Develop, implement, and maintain robust HSE policies, procedures, and management systems aligned with UAE regulations, international standards, and organizational objectives Conduct comprehensive site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems to ensure full compliance with HSE requirements Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-miss events with thorough root cause analysis; prepare detailed reports and recommend preventive measures to prevent recurrence Deliver engaging HSE inductions, toolbox talks, training sessions, and awareness programs to foster a strong safety culture across all organizational levels Maintain accurate and organized HSE records, performance metrics, statistics, and compliance documentation for internal and regulatory reporting Collaborate with contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders on all HSE-related matters, ensuring transparent communication and shared accountability Develop and coordinate emergency preparedness and response plans, including conducting drills and coordinating with relevant authorities Monitor HSE performance indicators and trends; analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in safety practices Provide strategic HSE advisory support to project teams and management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and inclusivity where all team members feel empowered to contribute to safety excellence Qualifications Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in HSE management, advisory roles, or similar positions within infrastructure, construction, engineering, or related industries Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related technical discipline Professional HSE