Summary
AD Ports Group is seeking a Senior HSSE Specialist to support health, safety, security and environmental standards across Noatum Ports' terminal portfolio in Abu Dhabi. The role covers risk assessments, incident investigations, regulatory compliance, contractor inspections, emergency planning and environmental initiatives. The specialist will also prepare HSSE reports and dashboards, coordinate awareness and training activities, and recommend improvements based on incident trends. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor’s degree, a NEBOSH International General Certificate or equivalent, and 5–8 years of relevant experience; port, maritime terminal or heavy industrial experience is preferred.
The posting
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The Senior Specialist – HSSE will support the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of health, safety, security and environmental standards across Noatum Ports' terminal portfolio. The role involves risk assessment, regulatory compliance, incident investigation, performance reporting and fostering a proactive safety culture throughout port and terminal activities.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor corporate HSSE policies, procedures and management systems.
- Conduct risk assessments, review Job Safety Analyses and Permit to Work documentation for port operations.
- Lead investigations of accidents, incidents and near‑misses, performing root‑cause analysis and tracking corrective actions.
- Collect, validate and consolidate HSSE performance data and prepare monthly reports and dashboards.
- Support emergency response planning, drills and business continuity activities.
- Monitor environmental compliance, waste management and pollution prevention initiatives.
- Assess and ensure contractor HSSE compliance through inspections and safety meetings.
- Coordinate HSSE awareness campaigns, safety inductions, toolbox talks and training programs.
- Perform periodic HSSE compliance reviews and audits against ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and local regulations.
- Analyse incident trends and key performance indicators to recommend improvement actions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field.
- NEBOSH International General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
- ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Internal or Lead Auditor certification (preferred).
- 5–8 years of HSSE experience, preferably in ports, maritime terminals or heavy industrial operations.
- Proven experience in HSSE audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Strong knowledge of local and international HSSE regulations and standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Demonstrated ability to produce accurate HSSE reports and dashboards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.