Health and Safety Officer

Date: 3 Jul 2025Location: Abu Dhabi, AEJob ID: 6537School: The British International School Abu Dhabi Company: Nord Anglia Education Health and Safety Officer The British International School Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint a Health and Safety Officer to join a well-established, supportive team in a highly successful school.The closing date for applications is 23rd July 2025.About The Role We are seeking a qualified Health and Safety Officer to implement our school’s health and safety strategy, ensuring compliance with ADEK, Do H, and local regulations. Core responsibilities include risk assessments, staff training, emergency preparedness, and incident reporting via SPHERA. Candidates must hold a NEBOSH certification and demonstrate strong knowledge of international and ADEK standards. Experience with regulatory coordination and safeguarding compliance is essential.Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of the school’s health and safety strategy in line with NAE and ADEK guidelines.Conduct and assist with risk assessments, audits, inspections, and the maintenance of health and safety records.Coordinate and deliver health and safety training and emergency drills for staff.Manage incident reporting through SPHERA and support investigations and follow-up actions.Ensure compliance with all relevant ADEK regulations and internal safety policies.Liaise with contractors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to maintain a safe school environment.Support safeguarding compliance and track third-party documentation in coordination with relevant committees.Monitor policy updates, maintain campus safety standards, and contribute to annual health and safety audits.Please click on the following link to access the job description for this vacancy - HS Officer JD 2025.pdf About Our School The British International School Abu Dhabi is a highly successful, growing school with a committed and inspirational team of teaching professionals at its heart. Our close-knit, supportive team is honoured to be at the centre of our community, educating students aged 3-18, from more than 90 nationalities.The school was originally opened in 2009 and is now widely recognised as one of the leading schools in the Middle East. The school was internationally recognised by winning awards at the prestigious International School Awards in both 2020 and 2021, the only school in the world to do so.To learn more about our school, please visit http: //www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/abu-dhabi As an employer, our aim is to create an environment where colleagues are welcomed and are able to bring talents, skills, background and experiences to their roles in an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds work together with dignity and respect.Selection Process Applicants should submit a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees, one of which should be your current Head Teacher/Principal/Line Manager.Safeguarding At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture. All post holders having regular unsupervised contact with children are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.Internal Compliance Associate (Facilities, HSE & Rides Maintenance)Superintendent, Fleet Operations (HSE Shipping)Technical HSE Specialist (Loss Prevention) #J-18808-Ljbffr