Health & Safety Specialist

Job Req Number:  86199
Time Type: Full Time

Location: Dubai

Reporting Line:

Report to: Manager, QHSE

Detailed Responsibilities:

· Implementation of the HSSE standards and guidelines in the business unit / warehouse.
· Carry out worksite inspections and HSSE training & emergency response drill.
· Provide HSE induction training to new employees, foreign colleagues & visitors.
·Responsibility to ensure that corrective actions resulting from accidents / near misses, audits, inspections & risk assessments are implemented.
·Collect inputs through consultation and participation from the staff to improve the health, safety & environmental performance through the behavioral safety programme.
· For the roll-out of HSSE awareness campaigns / safety & sustainable action week and communication to employees.
· To keep HSSE notice boards updated.
· Oversee local permit to work program for employees and vendors / subcontractors.
· Participate in regular HSSE Officer calls.
· Ensure legislation compliance evaluations are completed at least annually.
· To support customer and its audits & inspections.

 Support
·Risk assessments / environmental aspects & impacts and monitor progress of measures to mitigate risks and control environmental exposure to a tolerable level and report it to the business unit manager.
· Support ERP review and BCP walkthroughs.
· Accident and near miss investigations.
· Collection of HSE statistics on a regular basis and report to the SSC.
· Assist the BU manager in selecting first aiders, fire wardens; and ensure certifications are current & first aid kits replenished.
· Liaise with warehouse management / EPS (where applicable) to ensure PPE register is maintained
· Liaise with warehouse / facility management to ensure equipment register is up-to date.

· Liaise with warehouse / facility management to ensure licenses of recycling contractors, electricians and HVAC technicians are obtained.
· Facilitate HSSE committee meetings, where applicable.

 Decision Making Authority

· Stop any work where in your opinion it would be deemed unsafe to proceed in co-operation with local management.
· Barricade any restricted or unsafe areas in the workplace.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of approximately 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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