A JOB OPPORTUNITY AT GOPA Tech - Branch office United Arab Emirates Powering Progress – Building Futures   Shaping Infrastructure  for a Better Tomorrow   GOPA Tech is an integral part of GOPA, a trusted partner in international development for over 60 years. We harness and direct GOPA’s energy and infrastructure expertise, advancing a comprehensive approach to shaping a better tomorrow. A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU Join a team that keeps the lights on. As a Health &amp; Safety Engineer in our power transmission business, you will own and advance safety across overhead lines, substations, and related construction and maintenance activities. You’ll design and implement practical HSE programs, lead risk assessments and incident investigations, and work side-by-side with operations, engineering, and contractors to reduce risk and protect people and assets. This role provides visibility into high-impact projects and the opportunity to influence standards across the network. Key responsibilities <ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HSE management systems, policies, and procedures tailored to transmission works (live-line work, switchyards, tower erection, stringing).</li><li>Lead risk assessments, job safety analyses (JSAs), and permit-to-work processes.</li><li>Conduct safety inspections, audits, and field observations; track corrective actions and trends.</li><li>Investigate incidents and near-misses; produce root-cause analysis and effective corrective actions.</li><li>Manage contractor HSE performance and pre-qualification.</li><li>Deliver training and toolbox talks on electrical hazards, working at height, rescue, LOTO, PPE, and emergency response.</li><li>Ensure regulatory compliance and keep guidance up to date with industry standards and best practices.</li><li>Promote a positive safety culture through coaching, reporting systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul> A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US We’re looking for a professional who combines technical knowledge with strong field experience in transmission work. Essential <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.</li><li>7+ years’ HSE experience in power transmission, utilities, or heavy civil works.</li><li>Strong understanding of electrical hazards, high-voltage safety, working-at-height, fall protection, and rescue procedures.</li><li>Experience with risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation, and audit programs.</li><li>Recognized safety certification (NEBOSH/IOSH/OSHA or equivalent).</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills; able to influence in the field and at the leadership level.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Experience with live-line maintenance, substation commissioning, or transmission construction.</li><li>Familiarity with IMS, ISO 45001, and local regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Certification in first aid, rope rescue, or relevant technical specialties.</li></ul> AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU You’ll join a collaborative HSE team embedded in a fast-moving engineering organization. Expect a mix of site and office work, field mentorship opportunities, travel to project sites, and access to training and professional development. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to shape safety practices that protect employees and communities. READY FOR CHANGE? If you are ready to bring your expertise to our team, please send us your application today (cover letter including earliest starting date and salary expectation, CV, relevant certificates, and reference letters). The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in shaping our digital future!   Your contact: Zil Kadia We look forward to hearing from you.  At GOPA Group, we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job. We value diversity in all its forms, including – but not limited to – gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as an important source of strength for building high-performing teams.

The GOPA Consulting Group consists today of 6 independent consulting companies with headquarters in Bad Homburg, Bonn and Brussels.
GOPA Consulting Group designs and directs results-oriented strategies for competing in the global economy. New themes are continuously integrated into the Group portfolio which is following the market developments of our bilateral, multilateral as well as private clients. Often projects require multidisciplinary approaches by combining the know how of the different sector-oriented business units. For this type of projects the Group developed a cooperation management system to address and implement to the best satisfaction of our clients.
 The GOPA Consulting Group delivers results in nearly all service fields and countries, from stable societies and high-growth economies to challenging environments affected by political conflict or poverty.
It has developed to one of the most fascinating and impacting consulting groups in Europe. We transform policies to projects with an impact for a better tomorrow.

Health & Safety Engineer

A JOB OPPORTUNITY AT GOPA Tech - Branch office United Arab Emirates Powering Progress – Building Futures &nbsp; Shaping Infrastructure&nbsp; for a Better Tomorrow &nbsp; GOPA Tech&nbsp;is an integral part of GOPA, a trusted partner in international development for over 60 years. We harness and direct GOPA’s energy and infrastructure expertise, advancing a comprehensive approach to shaping a better tomorrow. A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU Join a team that keeps the lights on. As a Health &amp; Safety Engineer in our power transmission business, you will own and advance safety across overhead lines, substations, and related construction and maintenance activities. You’ll design and implement practical HSE programs, lead risk assessments and incident investigations, and work side-by-side with operations, engineering, and contractors to reduce risk and protect people and assets. This role provides visibility into high-impact projects and the opportunity to influence standards across the network. Key responsibilities <ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HSE management systems, policies, and procedures tailored to transmission works (live-line work, switchyards, tower erection, stringing).</li><li>Lead risk assessments, job safety analyses (JSAs), and permit-to-work processes.</li><li>Conduct safety inspections, audits, and field observations; track corrective actions and trends.</li><li>Investigate incidents and near-misses; produce root-cause analysis and effective corrective actions.</li><li>Manage contractor HSE performance and pre-qualification.</li><li>Deliver training and toolbox talks on electrical hazards, working at height, rescue, LOTO, PPE, and emergency response.</li><li>Ensure regulatory compliance and keep guidance up to date with industry standards and best practices.</li><li>Promote a positive safety culture through coaching, reporting systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul> A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US We’re looking for a professional who combines technical knowledge with strong field experience in transmission work. Essential <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.</li><li>7+ years’ HSE experience in power transmission, utilities, or heavy civil works.</li><li>Strong understanding of electrical hazards, high-voltage safety, working-at-height, fall protection, and rescue procedures.</li><li>Experience with risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation, and audit programs.</li><li>Recognized safety certification (NEBOSH/IOSH/OSHA or equivalent).</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills; able to influence in the field and at the leadership level.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Experience with live-line maintenance, substation commissioning, or transmission construction.</li><li>Familiarity with IMS, ISO 45001, and local regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Certification in first aid, rope rescue, or relevant technical specialties.</li></ul> AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU You’ll join a collaborative HSE team embedded in a fast-moving engineering organization. Expect a mix of site and office work, field mentorship opportunities, travel to project sites, and access to training and professional development. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to shape safety practices that protect employees and communities. READY FOR CHANGE? If you are ready to bring your expertise to our team, please send us your application today (cover letter including earliest starting date and salary expectation, CV, relevant certificates, and reference letters). The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in shaping our digital future! &nbsp; Your contact: Zil Kadia We look forward to hearing from you.&nbsp; At GOPA Group, we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job. We value diversity in all its forms, including – but not limited to – gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as an important source of strength for building high-performing teams.

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