Health & Safety Specialist Full Time

Are you searching for a rewarding Health & Safety Specialist Job in Dubai with a global leader in transport and logistics? DSV Global Transport and Logistics is seeking dedicated professionals to implement workplace safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a strong safety culture across operations. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in Health and Safety Specialist jobs in Dubai, HSE officer careers, occupational health and safety roles, risk management jobs, QHSE positions, and logistics safety opportunities in the UAE. The role offers valuable exposure to safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, ISO compliance, safety training, and operational safety management, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking long-term career growth.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Develop, refine, and implement comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored to various operational scenarios, site constraints, and delivery contingencies.
• Supervise all loading and offloading operations to ensure absolute alignment with approved safety procedures, scenario-based SOPs, and guidelines.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations, company policies, and HSE standards. Conduct regular site inspections, comprehensive audits, and detailed risk assessments to identify and proactively mitigate potential hazards.
• Lead the incident reporting, investigation, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) processes to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and up-to-date HSE documentation, metrics, and compliance records.
• Deliver engaging safety briefings, toolboxes, and awareness initiatives. Take direct ownership of implementing and conducting specialized VADS safety training for operational and onsite deployment teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with client counterparts to ensure the highest level of customer service, safety compliance, and alignment.
• Empower and guide the operational teams to consistently produce and maintain high-quality work that meets both organizational and client expectations.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders, sales, and operations teams to enhance customer value, drive continuous safety performance improvements, and support the expansion of service delivery across the MENA region.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional certification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in HSE roles within logistics, warehousing, or high-compliance operational environments.
• Proven experience supervising site operations and managing ground teams.
• Strong working knowledge of incident investigation techniques and RCCA methodologies. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full professional proficiency in English (additional languages are a plus).

Competencies:

• Outstanding leadership abilities with a proven track record of managing, motivating, and developing operational teams.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills under tight operational timelines.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interface effectively between site teams and corporate clients.