HSE Auditing Consultant

Our client is looking for a HSE Auditing Consultant who will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of HSE Management Systems and practices within client organizations. The role involves conducting audits across different clients, their departments and sites.

Ensuring compliance with client policies, procedures, legal and regulatory requirements and operational practices.

These may include compliance with requirements such as the ADOSH SF, as well as international standards such as ISO 45001.

Identifying risks and recommending improvements to strengthen both workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

The role will require extensive travel within the UAE and occasional travel to other MENA.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal audits of health and safety management systems

Assess compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, MENA, local UAE and Emirate specific HSE laws, and client organizational safety procedures

Identify gaps, risks, and non-conformities in occupational health and safety practices

Prepare detailed audit reports, outlining findings, risks, and corrective action plans

Monitor and verify the implementation of corrective and preventive actions

Support clients in achieving continuous improvement in HSE performance

Conduct risk assessments and review risk registers for accuracy and effectiveness

Evaluate emergency response preparedness and incident investigation processes

Provide recommendations to reduce hazards, improve controls, and promote a safety culture

Stay current on health, safety, and environmental legislation and best practices

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Liaise with vendors, clients, and service providers as required

Any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Lead Consultant

Competencies

NEBOSH IGC

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor

ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

In depth knowledge of ADOSH SF

In depth knowledge of UAE Health and Safety laws

Minimum 5+ years of experience in an Health and Safety Auditor role

Possession of excellent English writing and verbal skills is essential

Must be detail oriented and able to prepare and evaluate documents/reports to a very high standard

Exemplary time management skills, able to well manage own time

Ability to work to tight schedules and deliver on time deadlines mandatory

Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to quickly establish and maintain effective working relationships with both staff and clients

Assertive and pleasant personality able to integrate quickly and work well with large numbers of people

Mature approach well able to make balanced and ethical decisions