Job Title:

HSE - Emergency Response Coordinator

Reference:

PIR 442220220

Project

Hail & Ghasha, 4422 UAE

Job Location:

Al Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job type/Contract:

Contractual. From 15/07/2026

Hours/rotation:

Rotation of 60 days on site and 10 days off (paid) & 2 days traveling (paid)

Salary range:

Excellent salary package with benefits

Benefits:

Single Status.

Accommodation (Meals) provided by the company

Transportation provided by the company

Round trip ticket on each rotation (Economy class)

Job summary/Role description

• The position ensures that emergency response personnel are properly trained, equipped, and capable of responding effectively to workplace incidents, including medical emergencies, fire, rescue operations, confined space incidents, work-at-height emergencies, and other crisis situations

• Planning, organizing, implementing, and continuously improving emergency preparedness and response programs

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain site emergency response plans and procedures
• Coordinate emergency response activities during incidents and emergencies
• Conduct emergency drills, exercises, and simulations to evaluate response effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, company standards, and client specifications
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Rope Rescue and Technical Rescue Support:

• • Demonstrate proficiency in emergency rope rescue techniques and IRATA- based rope access principles
  • Perform and supervise the tying, inspection, and application of rescue knots including:
• -Figure Eight Knot (Single and On-A-Bight)
• -Single/Double Fisherman's Knot (Locking)
• -Alpine Butterfly Knot
• -Clove Hitch
• -Munter Hitch
• -Prusik Knots (different variance)
• -Overhand Backup Knot
• -Support work-at-height rescue planning and execution
• -Inspect rescue equipment and ensure readiness for emergency deployment
• -Administrative and Documentation Functions
  
  • Develop, review, revise, and update emergency procedures, rescue plans, and response protocols
  • Maintain records of emergency drills, training, inspections, certifications, and equipment inventories
  • Prepare emergency response reports and performance evaluations
  • Coordinate emergency response meetings and safety briefings
  • Ensure emergency documentation remains current and compliant with organizational requirements
  • Training and Competency Development
  • Conduct or coordinate emergency response and rescue training programs.
  • Evaluate ERT member competency and identify training needs
  • Mentor and coach emergency responders in rescue techniques and emergency procedures
  • Promote continuous improvement in emergency preparedness capabilities. Equipment Management
  • Maintain inventories of emergency and rescue equipment
  • Ensure inspection, testing, maintenance, and certification requirements are met
  • Coordinate procurement and replacement of emergency response equipment as necessary

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent

Experience

• Experienced in Occupational Safety and Emergency Management, Fire Protection, Industrial Safety, or related discipline
• Experience in industrial, construction, oil and gas, power generation, or similar environments
• Experience coordinating Emergency Response Teams in industrial or construction environments
• Experience with confined space rescue, work-at-height rescue, and technical rescue operations
• Familiarity with Incident Command System (ICS) principles.
• Experience conducting emergency drills, exercises, and post-incident evaluations

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and report-writing skills
• Excellent administrative and documentation skills
• Proficiency in emergency rescue knots and rope rescue techniques.
• Strong knowledge of emergency response systems and incident management
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the role
• Ability to assess risks and make sound decisions during emergencies
• IRATA certification or demonstrated knowledge of IRATA rope access and rescue techniques is preferred.
• Relevant emergency response, rescue, or firefighting certifications.