Posted 2d ago

Safety officer

@ Sika
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:conduct inspections, coordinate actions, investigate incidents
Requirements Summary:Certificate or Diploma in Safety with relevant experience; strong knowledge of HSE regulations, PTW, risk assessments, and incident investigations; English and Hindi mandatory; Arabic is a plus.
Technical Tools Mentioned:MS Office, PTW system, risk assessments
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Job Description:

To ensure safe work practices across the site by conducting inspections, identifying hazards, coordinating corrective actions, supporting risk assessments, facilitating safety trainings, and ensuring compliance with the permit-to-work system.

A. Site Inspections & Hazard Identification

  • Conduct daily HSE inspections in work areas, warehouses, and operational zones.
  • Identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and line-of-fire hazards.
  • Raise safety observations and log them officially.
  • Follow up with concerned departments until closure of observations.

B. Coordination & Corrective Actions

  • Work closely with supervisors, technicians, and Managers to develop practical solutions for safety issues.
  • Coordinate the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Track completion of actions and prepare status reports.

C. Risk Assessment

  • Participate in HIRA, and activity-based risk assessments.
  • Assist in updating risk assessments when new equipment, processes, or activities are introduced.

D. Incident Investigation

  • Take part in incident/near-miss investigations.
  • Support root cause analysis and assist in drafting investigation reports.
  • Ensure corrective actions from investigations are implemented effectively.

E. Training & Communication

  • Conduct toolbox talks (TBT)
  • Deliver safety awareness topics such as PPE use, manual handling, material handling, line-of-fire, etc.
  • Assist in safety inductions for new employees and contractors.

F. Permit-to-Work (PTW) System

  • Issue and monitor permits such as:
    • Hot work, working at height, Confined space entry, Electrical isolation, Lifting operations
    • Ensure all permits comply with safety requirements and pre-checks.

G. Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare daily/weekly HSE reports.
  • Maintain checklists, inspection sheets, PTW records, and training logs.
  • Assist in preparing monthly HSE performance summaries.
Qualifications:

Technical Skills

  • Any Certificate or Diploma in Safety /occupational Health or equivalent with relevant experience.
  • Strong understanding of HSE regulations and industrial safety standards.
  • Knowledge of PTW system, risk assessments, and investigation process.
  • Computer proficiency: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), basic reporting tools.

Language Skills

  • English (mandatory)
  • Hindi (mandatory)
  • Arabic language is a plus.

Soft Skills

  • Good communication and coordination skills.
  • Ability to influence teams and promote safe behaviour.

Attention to detail and strong observation skills.

Additional Information:

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.