Chief HSE Manager

Job Code: 262/001/899
Industry: Manufacturing - Pallet / Wood
Benefits: Family Status, Family Accommodation, Company maintained car with fuel & maintenance

Job Brief:
A diversified group operating in the UAE is seeking an experienced and proactive Chief Manager – HSE to lead its Health, Safety, and Environment function across multiple business units and project sites. This is a group-level leadership role responsible for regulatory compliance, fire safety, risk management, and driving a safety-first culture. The role includes overseeing HSE personnel through a matrix reporting structure to standardize and enhance HSE performance across all operations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct fire risk assessments and HSE audits across facilities and sites.
• Develop and enforce fire prevention and safety protocols in line with UAE Civil Defence regulations.
• Oversee maintenance and inspection of fire protection systems including alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, and hydrants.
• Lead emergency preparedness initiatives, fire drills, and compliance with standards like NFPA, BS, IFC.
• Recommend appropriate firefighting equipment, suppression systems, and evacuation plans.
• Review architectural and MEP designs for fire safety compliance.
• Implement and manage HSE programs in accordance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Mentor and supervise HSE officers through a matrix structure across various sites.
• Drive consistent HSE practices and standards across all group entities.
• Conduct incident investigations and oversee corrective/preventive action implementation.
• Monitor environmental performance and lead sustainability efforts.
• Coordinate with local authorities on emergency and compliance matters.
• Advise on safety-related security solutions including CCTV, access control, and evacuation systems.
• Act as point of contact for regulatory audits and inspections.