About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Are you the type of person who notices the little things that keep big projects running smoothly? As a Safety Officer at our busy construction company in Jebel Ali, Dubai, you’ll be at the heart of every site—making sure our teams go home safe and sound each day. You won’t just tick boxes on a checklist; you’ll champion a safety-first culture in a fast-growing corner of one of the world’s most dynamic cities. If your attention to detail is matched only by your passion for helping others stay safe, this could be the perfect spot for you.
About the Company
We’re more than helmets and high-vis vests—though we have plenty of those! Our company grew from a small family team into one of Jebel Ali’s most trusted construction partners by putting people first (clients and employees alike). From our energetic morning briefings to the post-project celebrations, we believe safety builds team spirit, not just structures. We’re hands-on, supportive, and keen to learn together—whether it’s swapping stories over chai or collaborating during our regular safety drills. Here, your insights can make a real, visible impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Conducting regular site inspections to identify unsafe acts, conditions, and potential hazards.
- Advising site managers and workers on practical OHS improvements and risk minimization.
- Leading toolbox talks and engaging all staff in daily safety briefings.
- Investigating incidents and near-misses, then documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
- Keeping up-to-date records of safety training, incidents, compliance reports, and PPE inventory.
- Ensuring that OHS guidelines—not just on paper, but in practice—are strictly enforced.
- Supporting new employee onboarding with safety orientations and ongoing refresher training.
- Acting as the go-to person for safety queries and incident response—day or night, if needed.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Strong working knowledge of OHS standards, ideally for construction environments in the UAE.
- Proven experience in a safety role (construction or a similar field highly preferred).
- Excellent observation skills and ability to spot hazards before they become accidents.
- Confident communication skills—able to explain safety rules without sounding like a rulebook.
- Meticulous record-keeping and report-writing abilities.
- A reputation for integrity, responsibility, and sticking to the highest safety standards.
Nice-to-Haves:
- NEBOSH, IOSH, or similar OHS certification.
- Familiarity with UAE labor and safety laws.
- Experience running staff training sessions or safety workshops.
- Working knowledge of both Arabic and English.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary with allowances for travel and meals.
- Hands-on mentorship and access to industry-leading safety training.
- Opportunities for career growth as we scale new projects across Dubai and beyond.
- Collaborative team culture—you’ll never be “just a number” here.
- Emphasis on work-life balance and well-being, with a real open-door policy.
- Frequent team gatherings, from Friday lunches to milestone celebrations.
- Safe, well-equipped worksites that reflect our commitment to your safety first.
You’ll find every day is a little different—and your work always matters. If you’re ready to make a real difference on our team, we hope you’ll join us.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk me through your process for conducting a thorough safety inspection on a busy construction site? What are the key things you look for first?
- Give an example of a time you identified a potential hazard before it turned into an incident. How did you address the situation with the team?
- How do you keep up-to-date with OHS standards and UAE safety regulations, and how do you incorporate changes into day-to-day site operations?
- Describe your experience with documenting incidents and near-misses. What information do you consider essential for effective reporting, and how do you ensure accuracy?
- How do you balance enforcing strict safety protocols with maintaining good morale and rapport among site staff?
- Tell us about a time you led a toolbox talk or safety briefing that had a noticeable positive effect on site behavior. What made it effective?
- Have you ever had to respond to a safety incident after hours or in a high-pressure context? How did you manage the response and follow-up?
- When onboarding new team members, what are the most important safety concepts or procedures you prioritize during orientation?
- Can you share an experience where your attention to detail directly prevented an accident or helped you identify non-compliance with safety standards?
- How do you handle situations where a site manager or senior staff member resists your safety recommendations?
- What methods or tools do you use to keep detailed, organized records of safety training, compliance checks, and PPE inventories?
- Our company prides itself on building a supportive, open team culture. How do you help foster a “safety-first” mindset that goes beyond compliance?
- Why do you believe construction safety is about more than just rules and checklists, and how would you contribute to building team spirit through your role?
- How do you handle communicating technical safety guidelines in both Arabic and English, and what strategies help you connect with a diverse, multicultural workforce?