deugro was founded in Frankfurt am Main and is the first company of the deugro group, where is has its focus on global project freight forwarding. Every day the industry and deugro face the challenges of the logistics industry and our employees use their expertise to ensure large cargo is transported safely, effectively, and efficiently, through innovative and creative logistical solutions.
Become a part of our talented deugro team, as we look for a HSES Officer in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate toolbox talks and actively promote a strong safety culture
- Lead risk assessment meetings to identify and mitigate potential risks
- Conduct daily inspections and audits of all work areasVerify adherence to approved HSE plans, method statements, and risk assessments
- Ensure activities maintain valid permits, licenses, and certifications
- Ensure all activities comply with local laws, client HSE requirements, and deugro standards
- Liaise with client HSE representatives during inspections and audits
- Support case management activities including occurrence investigation, root-cause analysis, reporting, and corrective action management via Evotix360
- Develop, implement, communicate, and follow up on immediate, corrective, and preventive actions from incident investigations and subcontractor audits via Evotix360
- Implement usage of ROAM 5 (Evotix360 mobile application) across the region to promote proactive HSES observation reporting
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, and compliance reports
- Support deugro branches and corporate functions on prequalification, tenders, questionnaires, and provision of up-to-date ISO certification and HSES statistics
- Maintain and update IMS documentation in HELIX, HSES shared drives, and Evotix360
- Assist in planning projects by preparing project-specific HSES documentation and Safe Systems of Work (risk assessments, regional work instructions, job safety analysis, toolbox talks, etc.)
- Support project teams during execution by participating in site safety activities including HSES meetings, safety inspections, and audits
- Provide HSES support to colleagues, subcontractors, clients, and external parties pre- and post-contract award through execution and close-out
- Support creation of HSES moments, initiatives, lessons learned, and case studies
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving HSES training concepts and materials on My Talent Center within HELIX
- Contribute to the delivery of HSES training across teams
- Participate in meetings, events, and training related to HSES subjects as required
Skills, knowledge, and expertise:
- Bachelor's degree/ Diploma preferably in Occupational Health and Safety
- National Examination Board in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH) Certification
- Minimum experience of 3-5 years as a full-time HSES professional
- Having prior experience in an Occupational Health and Safety role working for or with ADNOC is preferred
- Proven track record of working in the logistics industry, preferably in a Health and Safety role for offshore projects
- Accredited lead or internal auditor qualification preferred
- Experience in a variety of risk management processes and tools such as HAZID, HAZOP, HIRA, JSA and PTW
- Must be able to pass a background check to obtain as required any security sensitive clearance in locations located within the region
- Effective interpersonal skills including leadership, communication, effective negotiation and conflict resolution, team player with a proactive work ethic
- Experience in conducting investigations and creating HSES reports as applicable
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
- Proficient in reading, understanding, and analysing technical HSES documents
- Strong organizational, documentation and technical writing skills
- Willingness to travel when required
- First class computer skills, proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications
What makes us the ideal choice
A family-owned company established in 1924, has evolved into a leading global specialist in project freight forwarding. Our expertise spans various cargo types including break bulk, out of gauge, dangerous goods, and oversized shipments. Complementing our core services are affiliated entities specializing in transport engineering solutions, global ocean transportation, and specialized transportation assets.
We take pride in our commitment to employees, offering opportunities for long-term career growth, hybrid work arrangements, and flexible scheduling options.
We eagerly seek candidates who possess enthusiasm, passion, and innovative thinking, valuing their ability to translate ideas into action through dedication rather than solely relying on their resume or career history.
We value diversity and welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion, disability, age and sexual orientation.
deugro Shipping LLC
Arpitha Bairapatna Giriyappa
Off# 301 & 302, Al Reem Plaza Bldg., Electra Street, PO Box 113327, Abu Dhabi ARE
www.deugro.com
