HSE Officer

Confidential Company

Job Title: Landscape HSE Officer

Location: UAE

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Landscape HSE Officer to ensure the health, safety, and environmental compliance of our landscape operations. The ideal candidate will implement safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, and promote a culture of safety within the landscape maintenance and development teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies and procedures specific to landscape operations.

• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of landscapes and job sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

• Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.

• Provide training and guidance to landscape maintenance staff on safety practices, emergency procedures, and equipment usage.

• Investigate incidents and accidents, documenting findings and recommending improvements to prevent recurrence.

• Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable practices in landscaping.

• Collaborate with management to develop HSE objectives and targets, ensuring alignment with company goals.

• Maintain accurate records of HSE training, incidents, and compliance audits.

• Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to health, safety, and environmental management.

OHS RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all crew working under them, foreman, team leaders, gardeners etc... are aware of and work in accordance with the company HSE plan and client’s HSE standards.

• Ensures that the work carried out by the workers and other related activities are per the safety regulation and client’s standard.

• Implementation of a safe working culture and practice

• Ensure to holds pre-job (Toolbox Talk) meeting before starting all type of risk involved activities.

• Investigate all incidents and near miss cases with the help of HSE Engineer.

• Give strict instructions to supervisors and team leaders in implementing HSE policy.

• Report to operations manager and HSE Engineer regarding all incidents and unsafe conditions.

• Ensure the maintenance of all vehicles /plants/equipment

• Initiate the necessary disciplinary measures for violation of safety procedures of the site.

• Initiate the change of existing safety /operation procedure, if it is required.

• Attend the audits and OSH meeting and OSH committee with OM and HSE engineer.

REQUIRED MANAGERIAL & LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Good interpersonal skills

• Meet with Clients on a regular basis to ensure work is carried out

• Proven ability to perform in a site supervision role.

• Must be knowledgeable of current landscape practices and how to best implement it on the project.

• Develop and maintains positive relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and team members

• Resource management (manpower and materials)

• Management of suppliers of materials for timely delivery.

• Treats client’s environment as if it were our own

• Exceeds client expectations to earn loyalty, trust, and referrals

• Control and manage manpower, machinery and material to achieve optimum efficiency;

• Check and measure the performed work in his line of work

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree , Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven experience in HSE management, preferably in landscape or construction environments.

• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and practices.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Ability to conduct training sessions and safety presentations effectively.

• Must be UAE Driving License holder

• Minimum 2-4 Years Maintenance experience is a must.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in HSE management (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) is a must.

• Familiarity with sustainable landscaping practices and environmental impact assessments.

• Proficiency in using HSE management software and tools.

Benefits:

• Salary AED 3,000 to 4,000 Based on the Experience

• Visa, Health insurance, Yearly Air ticket, Leave Salary, gratuity as per UAE Labour law.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Positive and supportive work environment