Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider with a vision to be the No. 1 for its customers in enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the process industry. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio spans the entire value chain, from consulting & engineering to prefabrication & installation, access & insulation, and services that improve the asset performance of industrial plants.

The company operates in three geography-based segments: Western Europe, Central Europe, and International, with primary activities in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its process industry customers come from markets such as chemicals & petrochemicals, energy, oil & gas, and pharma & biopharma. With about 31,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality, generating revenue of €5.4 billion in the financial year 2025. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: Operational Excellence to continuously improve its own efficiency and performance, and Market Expansion to strengthen customer orientation and establish Bilfinger as the partner of choice.

Job Title: HSE Officer – TAQA Approved

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Project Environment: Power / Utilities / Electrical Infrastructure
Reporting To: HSE Manager / Project HSE Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced HSE Officer with valid TAQA approval to support the safe execution of power, utilities, electrical infrastructure, maintenance, construction and project activities in Abu Dhabi.

The HSE Officer will be responsible for implementing and monitoring HSE requirements in accordance with TAQA standards, TAQA System Safety Rules, ADOSH-SF requirements, UAE legislation and project-specific HSE procedures.

The successful candidate must have strong practical experience in site HSE management, risk assessment, Permit to Work (PTW), electrical safety, LOTO, HV activities, incident investigation and contractor safety management.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor project HSE plans, procedures and safe working practices in accordance with TAQA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with TAQA HSE procedures, System Safety Rules and applicable ADOSH-SF requirements.
• Conduct daily site inspections and identify unsafe acts, unsafe conditions and potential hazards.
• Conduct and review Risk Assessments, JSA/JHA, Method Statements and Task Risk Assessments.
• Monitor and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) requirements.
• Ensure proper implementation of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical isolation and energization/de-energization procedures.
• Monitor HV/LV electrical works, substations, switchgear, cable works and associated electrical activities from an HSE perspective.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety, earthing/grounding, arc-flash and energized-work controls.
• Conduct toolbox talks, HSE inductions, safety briefings and awareness programs.
• Monitor lifting operations, work at height, excavation, confined space, hot work and other high-risk activities.
• Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with TAQA and project HSE requirements.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority where unsafe conditions or activities present unacceptable risk.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses and unsafe occurrences and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Conduct HSE inspections, audits and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain HSE records, inspection reports, PTW documentation, incident reports and training records.
• Support emergency response plans, drills and crisis-management activities.
• Monitor HSE performance indicators and contribute to project HSE reporting.
• Liaise with TAQA representatives, project management, supervisors, contractors and other stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement across the project.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent HSE qualification.
• Valid TAQA HSE Officer approval / HSE Competence Register status – Mandatory.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant HSE experience, preferably within power, utilities, electrical infrastructure, construction or maintenance projects.
• Strong knowledge of TAQA HSE requirements and System Safety Rules.
• Good knowledge of ADOSH-SF / Abu Dhabi OSH requirements.
• Practical knowledge of PTW, LOTO, electrical isolation and high-voltage safety.
• Experience with risk assessments, JSA/JHA, incident investigation and HSE inspections.

Preferred Qualifications & Certifications

• IOSH membership / certification.
• NEBOSH Oil & Gas.
• ISO 45001 awareness / Lead Auditor.
• First Aid / CPR.
• Fire Safety / Fire Warden.
• Working at Height.
• Confined Space.
• Lifting & Rigging Safety.
• Electrical Safety / HV Safety training.

Essential Technical Competencies

The candidate should demonstrate practical knowledge of:

• TAQA System Safety Rules
• PTW systems
• LOTO and electrical isolation
• HV/LV electrical safety
• Substation safety
• Energized equipment control
• Earthing and grounding
• Arc-flash awareness
• Excavation and underground utilities
• Lifting operations
• Work at height
• Confined space entry
• Hot work
• Emergency response
• Contractor HSE management
• Incident investigation
• Risk assessment and JSA/JHA

Experience Profile

Candidates with experience in the following environments will be preferred:

• TAQA / TAQA Distribution / TAQA Transmission projects
• Power generation and transmission
• Electrical distribution networks
• Substations and switchyards
• Utilities infrastructure
• Power station maintenance
• Electrical construction and commissioning
• Shutdown and maintenance projects
• Infrastructure and civil works associated with electrical utilities

If you have any questions please contact Gelson Dsouza (gelson.dsouza@bilfinger.com).

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

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