EHS Engineer

Job Summary

XAD Technologies is seeking an experienced EHS Engineer to oversee environmental, health, and safety compliance across telecom infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate must have a Civil Engineering degree, NEBOSH certification, and 5–7 years of relevant EHS experience in telecom infrastructure, utilities, trenching, roadworks, and underground construction. The role involves conducting safety inspections, managing risks, investigating incidents, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety Monitoring & Risk Assessment

• Conduct regular EHS inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments at telecom infrastructure sites.
• Identify potential hazards associated with trenching, roadworks, utilities, and underground construction.
• Implement preventive and corrective measures to minimize workplace risks.
• Monitor site activities to ensure compliance with approved safety procedures and risk assessments.

2. EHS Compliance & Regulations

• Ensure compliance with applicable local and international EHS regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Enforce client-specific safety requirements and approved project procedures.
• Coordinate with project managers and site supervisors to integrate safety measures into project execution plans.
• Monitor compliance with permit-to-work systems and safe work method statements.

3. Incident Management & Investigation

• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to determine root causes.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions and follow up on their implementation.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, safety observations, and corrective actions.
• Prepare incident reports and ensure timely escalation to relevant stakeholders.

4. Safety Training & Awareness

• Conduct EHS induction, toolbox talks, and safety awareness sessions for site personnel and subcontractors.
• Promote a strong safety culture across project sites.
• Ensure workers understand applicable safety procedures, emergency arrangements, and hazard-control measures.
• Monitor the effectiveness of safety training and compliance.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit EHS reports to clients, including DU and Etisalat, and relevant regulatory authorities as required.
• Maintain safety inspection checklists, risk assessments, incident logs, and compliance documentation.
• Track EHS performance indicators and report safety concerns to project management.
• Ensure timely closure of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory).
• 5–7 years of EHS experience in telecom infrastructure projects.
• NEBOSH certification (Mandatory).
• Proven experience in utilities, trenching, roadworks, and underground construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety, hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Experience coordinating with telecom clients, contractors, and site teams.

Key Skills

• EHS Auditing and Inspection
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Control
• Incident Investigation
• Telecom Infrastructure Safety
• Trenching and Excavation Safety
• EHS Training and Awareness
• Regulatory Compliance
• Safety Reporting and Documentation
• Corrective and Preventive Actions
• Site Coordination and Communication

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance with client and regulatory EHS requirements.
• Reduction in workplace incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Timely completion of safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Effective closure of audit findings and corrective actions.
• Timely submission of EHS reports and maintenance of safety records.
• Completion of safety training and toolbox talks as scheduled.