The HSE Inspector is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and supporting the implementation of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements across construction, oil & gas, infrastructure, pipeline, mechanical, and shutdown activities. The role ensures that site operations comply with company HSE procedures, client requirements, UAE regulations, and applicable international safety standards.

The HSE Inspector will conduct regular site inspections, identify unsafe acts and conditions, support risk assessment and permit-to-work requirements, participate in incident investigations, and promote a strong safety culture among employees and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

HSE Inspection & Monitoring

Conduct daily site inspections to identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and potential hazards.
Monitor construction, pipeline, mechanical, excavation, lifting, scaffolding, hot work, confined space, and other high-risk activities.
Ensure compliance with approved HSE plans, procedures, method statements, risk assessments, and Task Risk Assessments (TRA).
Verify proper use of PPE and ensure workers comply with site safety requirements.
Inspect work areas, access routes, housekeeping, welfare facilities, emergency arrangements, and safety signage.
Monitor scaffolding, ladders, work-at-height systems, fire protection equipment, and temporary facilities.
Ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed within the required timeframe.

Risk Assessment & Permit to Work

Review and monitor implementation of risk assessments, JSA/JHA, TRA, and method statements.
Verify that Permit-to-Work requirements are properly implemented before commencement of high-risk activities.
Monitor compliance with isolation, LOTO, confined-space entry, hot-work, excavation, lifting, and work-at-height requirements.
Identify hazards and recommend appropriate control measures according to the hierarchy of controls.

Training & Safety Awareness

Conduct site HSE inductions for employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions.
Promote safe working practices and encourage employee participation in HSE initiatives.
Assist in organizing safety campaigns, emergency drills, and HSE awareness programs.
Ensure workers understand applicable site rules, emergency procedures, and safe work practices.

Incident & Near-Miss Management

Report and assist in investigating incidents, accidents, near misses, and unsafe occurrences.
Support identification of immediate, underlying, and root causes.
Assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
Follow up on incident investigation recommendations and verify their implementation.
Maintain accurate HSE records and documentation.

Environmental & Welfare Compliance

Monitor environmental controls including waste management, spill prevention, housekeeping, and pollution prevention.
Ensure proper storage and handling of hazardous substances and chemicals.
Monitor site welfare facilities and ensure suitable standards of cleanliness, hygiene, drinking water, and sanitation are maintained.
Report environmental hazards and non-compliances to the HSE management team.

Audits & Documentation

Assist HSE Engineers/Managers in internal and client HSE audits and inspections.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE inspection reports.
Maintain records of observations, corrective actions, toolbox talks, inductions, inspections, and training.
Monitor closure of HSE observations and non-conformities.
Ensure HSE documentation is maintained in accordance with company and client requirements.

Specific Safety Areas

The HSE Inspector shall be capable of monitoring safety requirements related to:

Oil & gas construction activities
Pipeline construction and installation
Mechanical and maintenance activities
Refinery and plant shutdowns
Storage tank construction and maintenance
Excavation and trenching
Lifting and rigging operations
Scaffolding and work at height
Confined space entry
Hot work and cold work
Electrical and mechanical activities
Fire prevention and emergency response
Hazardous materials and chemicals
H2S and other hazardous gas exposure
Traffic and vehicle safety
Environmental protection and waste management

Client & Regulatory Compliance

The HSE Inspector should be familiar with working under major UAE client HSE systems and requirements, including projects associated with:

ADNOC / ADNOC Onshore
ADCO
TAKREER
GASCO
ADGAS
DEWA
EWE

The position requires the ability to work effectively within client-controlled HSE systems, permit-to-work processes, inspection requirements, and project-specific safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
Professional qualification in Occupational Health & Safety / Fire & Safety is preferred.
IOSH or equivalent HSE certification.
Additional certifications in risk assessment, hazard identification, fire safety, first aid, H2S, or environmental awareness are advantageous.
UAE experience in construction, oil & gas, pipelines, infrastructure, or industrial projects is highly preferred.

Required Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of HSE/Safety experience, preferably in the UAE.
Experience in oil & gas, construction, infrastructure, pipeline, refinery, or industrial projects.
Experience with major UAE clients and EPC/contracting environments is preferred.
Shutdown and maintenance experience is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of site inspection, risk assessment, PTW, incident reporting, and HSE documentation.

Key Competencies

Strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills
Good knowledge of construction and industrial safety practices
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to conduct effective site inspections
Ability to identify unsafe conditions and recommend practical corrective actions
Good report writing and documentation skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
Strong leadership and teamwork skills
Proactive approach to accident and incident prevention
Good knowledge of MS Office applications
Ability to communicate effectively with workers, supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, and clients

Preferred Additional Requirements

Valid UAE Driving License
Ability to work on construction sites and industrial facilities
Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and during shutdown periods when required
Knowledge of ADNOC and other UAE client HSE requirements
Experience with emergency response, fire safety, and H2S-related activities

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Number and quality of site HSE inspections completed
Timely closure of HSE observations and corrective actions
Reduction in unsafe acts and conditions
Compliance with PTW and risk assessment requirements
Completion of toolbox talks and safety inductions
Incident and near-miss reporting performance
Audit and inspection compliance
Employee participation in HSE initiatives
Overall project HSE compliance and safety performance

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