Environment, Health and Safety Officer

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Facility Management | Full-time

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We are looking for Environment, Health & Safety Officer to join the American University in the Emirates who will be responsible for overseeing health, safety and environmental policies and procedures in the university and ensuring the safety of students and staff on campus.

Salary Range & Benefits: AED 7,000 & Additional Benefits

Qualifications & Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field from an accredited university

Experience: 

  • 2 to 5 years of relevant experience

Skills / Training / Knowledge:

  • Ability to multi-task
  • Preferably bilingual (speaks English and Arabic fluently)
  • Proven working experience in maintaining and accuracy of records
  • Ability to work under pressure and flexible with work timings
  • Communication and influencing skills, in person and in writing
  • Team oriented, strong willed, attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to demonstrate the application of risk assessment to college operations and activities
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment and to cope with pressure in a positive manner while working to deadlines within a busy and demanding environment
  • Knowledge of Fire and Safety systems and equipment

Job Description: 

  • Assist in the development, implementation, maintenance, documentation and continual improvement of the Health and Safety Management System (HSE Manual, policies, procedures, and guidelines)
  • To report to the Facility Manager in planning, coordinating, and implementing effective HSE policies to ensure department objectives and operations are met.
  • To conduct risk assessment to determine the vulnerabilities of the university on the existing hazards and activities being undertaken in order to perform tasks required.

  • Collaboration and coordination with the investigating team and submitting reports of the facts arising from the incident, and submitting corrective and preventive action reports to the Director of Facility management for the purposes of preventing the reoccurrence of the incident.

  • Assist in the development of the annual HSE training plan.

  • Participate in External and Internal Audit

  • Assist in the develop a crisis and emergency management action plan.

  • Support the implementation of events process in relation to health and safety for its success with considerable innovation and creativity

  • Support the changes in the organization, process, equipment, materials, legal requirements, and health and safety products in relation to HSE requirements.

  • Perform other duties\tasks as assigned by the direct supervisor

 

About American University in the Emirates (AUE):

The American University in the Emirates (AUE) invites applications from well-qualified candidates for a range of faculty and administrative positions. AUE is located in Dubai Intl. Academic City.

AUE is not just a place of learning but a hub of innovation and growth, where your expertise and aspirations find a welcoming environment.

At AUE, we believe Nothing is Impossible is the Pathway to Success

AUE comprises seven dynamic colleges: College of Law, College of Education, College of Design, College of Business Administration, College of Media and Mass Communication, College of Computer Information Technology and College of Security and Strategic Studies. Each college boasts unique strengths and prestigious accreditations, reflecting our commitment to providing a world-class education.

The American University in the Emirates is accredited by SACSCOC (the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels

The American University in the Emirates is officially licensed to operate as a higher education institution and all its programs are accredited by CAA (the Commission for Academic Accreditation), Ministry of Education, United Arab Emirates.

The College of Business Administration is a proud member of AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and its degree programs (Bachelor of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration, Master of Sport Management) are accredited by AACSB) as of 2022.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in the College of Computer Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

NASAD (The National Association of Schools of Art and Design) has granted the Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design, Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, and Bachelor of Science in Animation in the College of Design, the designation of Substantial Equivalency with accredited programs in the United States.