Job Description

Objective:

This position is responsible for implementing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs within the distribution center. The role ensures compliance with local regulations and company standards, conducts risk assessments, promotes a strong safety culture, and supports continuous improvement in workplace safety and sustainability practices.

Key Responsibility:

HSE Policy Implementation

• Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and operational guidelines aligned with local laws and company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with global and regional safety standards and regulatory bodies.

Risk Assessment & Compliance

• Conduct workplace risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and unsafe practices.
• Recommend and implement corrective measures to mitigate risks.
• Monitor compliance with safety protocols and support audit readiness.

Incident Management

• Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near-misses; perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions.
• Maintain incident reports and corrective action tracking systems.

Training & Awareness

• Organize safety training programs, toolbox talks, and HSE inductions for employees and contractors.
• Promote safety culture through awareness campaigns and continuous communication.

Safety Inspections & Emergency Preparedness

• Perform routine safety inspections of equipment, storage areas, and emergency systems.
• Develop and conduct emergency drills and response plans in coordination with relevant teams.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for safety inspections, incident logs, and training attendance.
• Generate regular reports and dashboards for HSE leadership and DC management.

PPE & Environmental Initiatives

• Ensure availability and correct usage of PPE across all operational areas.
• Support environmental sustainability projects such as waste reduction and energy conservation.

Desired Experience:

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in Health, Safety & Environment, preferably within a warehouse, logistics, or distribution center environment.
• Working knowledge of occupational safety regulations and international HSE standards.
• Hands-on experience in conducting safety audits, trainings, and risk assessments.
• Strong communication and reporting skills with an ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

About Us

"Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate residing at the crossroads of the modern economy - Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, the Apparel Group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its more than 1750+ stores and 75+ brands across all platforms employing 17,000 multicultural staff covering four continents.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines. Also, Apparel Group provides customers the experience of shopping from the comfort of their own home with ease and convenience via our E-Commerce site 6thStreet.com

Apparel Group Operates Brands from around the world, originating from USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Asia and include leading names in Fashion, Footwear & Lifestyle such as Tommy Hilfiger, Charles & Keith, Skechers, Aldo, Nine West, Aeropostale, Jamie's Italian to name a few and other key brands include Tim Hortons, Cold Stone Creamery, Inglot, Rituals etc..

The Apparel Group owes its amazing growth to the vision and guidance of its dynamic Chairman, Nilesh Ved, who has taken the company from strength to strength since its inception in the last two decades."