Health Safety Environment Officer

A renowned Catering Company of Abu Dhabi is looking for Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Officer . Qualifications Graduate or Postgraduate in Science / Food Microbiology / Food Technology or similar from a recognized university. Graduate and having proven track record over 7 years in Food Safety and Health Safety management system implementation in any large catering and facility management company. HACCP level 4. Food Safety Level 4. NEBOSH IGC. ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 14001:2015 / ISO 22000:2018 / 45001:2018 internal auditor course. All Qualifications should be internationally accredited qualifications. 5+ Years’ experience in Large Catering company. Experience in UAE hospital minimum 2 years. Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Officer to provide HSEQ support to operating sector/unit and offices to ensure that Legislative – Company – Client HSEQ matters are managed in operation(s) in line with the company’s requirements. About the Role Comply with International, Local, Company and ADOSH - SF requirements. To implement dynamic, effective management systems, enabling effective risk management, monitoring and continues improvement in HSEQ performance to ensure Employee Occupational Health & Safety, Welfare, Food Safety and Environmental management system. Responsibilities Carry out daily inspections at operational facilities (Receiving / Storage / preparation / service and common facilities) & report any shortfalls identified to relevant department. Work in remote site(s) if required travel to multiple sites as per business requirements. Encourage by example HSEQ policies and procedure. Ensure that all staff have proper HSEQ induction regarding company and site HSEQ policies and procedures. Ensure appropriate corrective and preventive measures are taken to close all shortfalls identified during audits/inspections etc., coordinating with the relevant departments. Carry out regular and refresher On the Job Training to all job performers about HSEQ. Support sustainable implementation of company HSEQ initiatives/programs such as: IMS (Integrated Management System) HACCP (Food Safety Management System) ADOSH - SF etc. Verify all IMS/HACCP records and ensure that all records are up to date. Ensure self-awareness of statutory requirements. Incident investigation, reporting and closure. Take leadership role in mitigating HSEQ emergencies at site. Together with the site management, ensure staff welfare is as per company policies and procedures. Ensure Road Safety standards are followed by all vehicles owned/operated on site. Included in duties, you are required to perform any other reasonable tasks requested by the Head of HSEQ/ HSEQ manager / HSE Supervisor. Change of Sites (Supervisor/Manager can change the location at any time as per company needs). Accountable for all safety related matters at site. Conducting risk assessment and devising and enforcing risk control and management measures. Ensure all workers in their area are trained & aware on hazards & can perform work safely. Find gaps and notify induction & other internal & external training requirements to HSEQ Supervisor. Ensure risk assessment & safe work practices are available and the risk controls & safe practices are followed. Manage & monitor work in a way as to prevent & control health & safety risk to the maximum level possible. Conduct regular toolbox talk in their area of responsibility and ensure all relevant OSH information & guidance is provided to all employees and relevant stakeholders. Coordinate & assist in OSH promotional activities, communication and consultation. Report unsafe incidents, accidents, near misses or dangerous occurrence & assist in implementation of corrective action. Conduct incident investigation on the reported incidents in their area. Regular site visits & inspection on work practices, personnel, equipment and materials. Assist in compliance reviews, job hazard analyses, general risk assessments and other safety assessments. Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity; report it & ensure corrective action is implemented. Included in these duties, you are required to perform any other reasonable tasks requested by the line manager.