Safety Specialist

Role Overview

Emirates Flight Catering is hiring a Safety Specialist in Dubai to help strengthen occupational health and safety practices across the business. This onsite role focuses on monitoring safety performance, supporting compliance with ISO 45001:2018, assisting with investigations and audits, and helping teams reduce workplace risks through practical improvements and awareness initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Track occupational health and safety performance and work with department heads, management, supervisors, and team members to set realistic improvement goals.
• Back the Workplace Safety Manager in running assigned safety campaigns, internal communication rollouts, and department-level initiatives that improve safety outcomes and lower risk.
• Step in to support the business when the Workplace Safety Manager is unavailable, and provide assistance to other Safety Specialists when needed.
• Make sure the behavioural safety management programme is implemented effectively and that enough staff in the relevant departments are trained to support KPI targets.
• Help organise and carry out scheduled fire evacuation drills, including coordination with external regulators and service providers during drills and evacuations.
• Investigate accidents and incidents affecting employees, contractors, and visitors, identify root causes, and recommend preventive actions to avoid repeat occurrences.
• Participate in Health and Safety Committee meetings, follow up on corrective actions, ensure compliance with legal and company requirements, and support the Workplace Safety Manager in creating and delivering safety training with the L&D team.
• Apply ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety standards, conduct audits to confirm compliance, and assist management during external client audits.

Qualifications and Experience

The position calls for a strong grounding in occupational health and safety, along with at least 6 years of relevant experience in a comparable role. Experience in catering, aviation, or manufacturing operations would be an advantage.

Required Certifications and Education

• NEBOSH International or General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is mandatory.
• Lead Auditor certification for ISO 45001:2018 is mandatory.
• Membership of IOSH or another recognised safety body is preferred.
• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management, or an acceptable alternative qualification, is required.

Skills and Competencies

Suitable candidates should have a strong understanding of workplace safety legislation and current best practice, with hands-on experience in policy development, advisory support, risk assessment, and workplace audits within a large organisation. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential, including the ability to liaise confidently with internal stakeholders and external authorities. The role also requires someone who can build trust, maintain credibility, and use MS Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word effectively.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.