EHS Officer (UAE National Only)

• Conducting risk assessments: Identifying and evaluating potential hazards and risks on campus, and implementing measures to mitigate or eliminate them.
• Conducting environmental assessments: Identifying and evaluating potential environmental hazards and risks on campus, such as air and water pollution, hazardous waste disposal, and chemical spills, and implementing measures to mitigate or eliminate them.
• Implementing safety policies and procedures: Ensuring that policies and procedures that promote a safe work environment are up-to-date and confirm their compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Providing in-house training and awareness: Educating students, employees and contractors on safety procedures, emergency response plans, and other aspects of the occupational health and safety program.
• Conducting EHS audits and inspections: Regularly inspecting the campus to identify potential hazards, and making recommendations for improvement.
• Investigating accidents and incidents: Conducting investigations into workplace accidents, incidents, and near-misses to identify the root cause and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
• Maintaining records and documentation: Keeping accurate records of safety training, inspections, incidents, and other safety-related data.
• Liaising with regulatory agencies: Communicating with regulatory agencies and ensuring compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Promoting safety and sustainability culture: Fostering a culture of safety and sustainability on campus by promoting safety awareness and sustainable practices, encouraging student and employee participation, and recognizing safety achievements.

• Education: A bachelor's in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or holding professional certificates such as NEBOSH IGC, NEBOSH IDip, IOSH, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Lead or Internal Auditor for Occupational Health and Safety/ Environmental Management Systems
• Relevant work experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in EHS or environmental management, preferably in a university or academic setting.

• Communication skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to communicate complex technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, and develop and implement safety and environmental programs.
• Interpersonal skills: The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and regulatory agencies.
• Computer skills: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software programs, as well as experience with EHS and environmental management software.
• Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Regulatory compliance: Knowledge of federal and local safety and environmental regulations and standards, and the ability to ensure compliance with these regulations.
• Training and education: The ability to design and deliver safety and environmental training to various audiences, including new employees, students, and contractors.
• Risk assessment: The ability to identify and assess potential safety and environmental hazards and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Some physical effort is required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

• Reporting to: Sustainability Manager

Ajman University