Regional HSQE Manager
Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.
DHL Global Forwarding Abu Dhabi has an opening for a Regional HSQE Manager where you will be a key figure in driving and maintaining global HSQE initiatives across diverse geographical regions including the Americas, Europe including the UK, Asia-Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. This role requires a strategic and operational approach to ensure compliance with international and local HSQE standards, promoting a culture of safety excellence and environmental responsibility. Join us now in connecting people and improving lives.
In this Regional HSQE Manager position
- You will lead the implementation of global HSQE initiatives, adapting strategies to regional specifics while aligning with Global HSQE’s objectives.
- You will ensure adherence to DHL IP HSQE policies and procedures, and compliance with international, national, and local HSQE legislation across their respective region, as applicable.
- You will drive and foster the global HSQE strategy and culture amongst employees, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
- You will ensure all incidents are reported effectively and be the SME in providing support for Incident root cause analysis with operational and leadership teams. Where necessary lead investigation teams for significant events.
- You will partner with Operational Teams to ensure subcontractors are aware of and comply with DHL IP and client specific HSQE requirements through assessing and monitoring subcontractor HSQE capabilities and activities.
- You will partner with sales and bid teams for HSQE input in tenders, RFQs, and sales processes.
- You will identify and lead improvement initiatives for health, safety, and environmental practices within their regions.
- You will in collaboration with key leadership, identify and develop regional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and enhance HSQE performance.
- You will contribute to the development and management of project HSQE plans, in collaboration with teams, aligning with client and contractual requirements.
- You will regularly travel across assigned regions to promote, monitor, and implement HSQE standards.
- You will collect and analyse HSQE performance data, contributing to global KPIs and reporting systems.
- You will provide expert HSQE support and guidance to all regional teams on company, client, and site-specific HSQE requirements and best practices.
- You will collaborate with operational teams to share best practices and lessons learned in HSQE across different regions and projects.
- You will identify and lead regional HSQE improvement initiatives, aligning with global standards and implement and oversee regional HSQE improvement plans.
- You will establish and maintain key stakeholder relationships to drive and reinforce HSQE objectives.
- You will participate in risk assessments and operational studies as per project HSQE requirements.
- You will assist in the administration and implementation of HSQE training and development programs.
- You will work closely with Engineering function to provide guidance, support, and expertise in the development and review, of engineering plans, ensuring they incorporate HSQE considerations throughout the life cycle of projects, whilst fostering a culture of innovation.
Now, here’s what we need from you
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in health and safety, with 3+ years in a leadership role
- NEBOSH (International) General Certificate or equivalent in HSQE discipline
- Certified within a recognized safety organisation (IOSH/SIA etc.)
- Recognised auditor in HSQE discipline (ISO 45001 and/or 14001)
- Recognised incident investigation certificate
- Recognised train the trainer certificate
- Experience in transport, lifting operations, and training delivery as well as in delivering training across multiple skill levels.
- Experience in OOG/heavy transport and lifting operations will be an advantage
- Working knowledge of safety management system applications
We offer:
- Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
- Possible further career development
- Competitive salary
Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
We are part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html
Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025.
We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:
- The largest global network with more than 30,000 passionate employees
- The most efficient processes and fastest response times
- The best solutions and best customer service
Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World.
Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: Connecting People, improving lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility
DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
