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HSE Engineer – Qualifications & Skills Required (Abu Dhabi)

1. Mandatory Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 6 .

2. Experience Requirements (Abu Dhabi Construction)

• 10 years total HSE experience, with 5–6 years in UAE/Abu Dhabi construction preferred.
• Experience in high‑rise, commercial, residential, or mixed‑use projects.
• Proven ability to work under strict OSHAD and Abu Dhabi Municipality regulations.

3. Core Technical Skills

• HSE Plan Development — creating project‑specific HSE plans and procedures.
• Risk Assessment & JSA — hazard identification, JSA, risk matrix preparation.
• Incident Investigation — root‑cause analysis, corrective actions.
• Safety Audits & Inspections — conducting site audits, compliance checks.
• Environmental Compliance — waste management, spill control, environmental monitoring.
• ISO 45001 / 14001 Compliance — implementing and maintaining management systems.

4. Abu Dhabi Authority Knowledge (Critical)

• OSHAD-SF Framework — Codes of Practice, reporting, documentation.
• Abu Dhabi Municipality (ADM) safety requirements.
• Civil Defense requirements for fire safety compliance.
• Permit‑to‑Work systems used across Abu Dhabi projects.

5. Site Management & Coordination Skills

• Toolbox Talks & Training — conducting inductions, awareness sessions.
• Subcontractor HSE Compliance — ensuring subcontractors follow HSE rules.
• Emergency Response Planning — drills, evacuation plans.
• HSE Documentation — permits, checklists, inspection reports.

6. Soft Skills & Competencies

• Communication Skills — clear reporting and safety briefings.
• Leadership & Team Coordination — guiding workers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills — resolving site safety issues.
• Attention to Detail — essential for audits, inspections, and documentation.