PMC Safety Officer - Road Safety

About Wood and the Role

Wood is seeking a seasoned PMC Safety Officer with expertise in road safety to support ADNOC Onshore projects in Abu Dhabi. This full-time, on-site position involves ensuring rigorous adherence to road and traffic safety protocols, overseeing contractor and personnel compliance throughout the project site.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and enforce road safety and traffic management requirements across the project location.
• Conduct frequent inspections of site roads, access points, traffic detours, intersections, parking facilities, and pedestrian pathways.
• Ensure adherence to ADNOC safety standards, project-specific HSE conditions, and approved traffic management directives.
• Monitor contractor observance of site speed regulations, vehicle movement guidelines, seat belt usage, reversing procedures, and safe driving practices.
• Perform daily site audits to identify hazards, unsafe driving behaviors, and potential traffic issues.
• Collaborate with contractors and construction teams to implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Review and supervise Traffic Management Plans, road safety setups including signage, barricades, lighting, and other traffic control measures.
• Confirm compliance of heavy and light vehicles, mobile equipment, and drivers with project standards and certifications.
• Engage in road safety audits, inspections, promotional campaigns, and awareness efforts.
• Investigate traffic-related incidents and near misses, advising on prevention strategies.
• Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, incidents, corrective measures, and safety data.
• Coordinate with PMC HSE teams, ADNOC officials, contractors, security personnel, and site operations on road safety matters.
• Provide coaching and guidance on safe driving and road safety practices to personnel and contractors.
• Intervene or escalate in cases of unsafe vehicle movements threatening personnel or assets.
• Contribute to toolbox talks, HSE meetings, safety campaigns, and site inductions related to traffic safety.
• Support emergency responses for vehicular or road-related incidents.
• Ensure prompt tracking and resolution of road safety issues.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in HSE, Engineering, Transportation, Road Safety, or a related field.
• 8 to 10 years of pertinent experience in road or traffic safety, ideally within oil and gas, EPC/EPCM, or major infrastructure projects.
• Prior involvement in ADNOC Onshore projects is highly advantageous.
• Experience working within PMC environments is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of road safety, traffic management, vehicle safety, and construction site traffic control.
• Skilled in contractor oversight and execution of Traffic Management Plans.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent HSE certification is desirable.
• Possession of a valid UAE driving license is preferred.
• Effective communication, coordination, reporting, and inspection capabilities.
• Familiarity with large-scale oil & gas operational environments onshore.
• Knowledgeable about ADNOC HSE standards and protocols.
• Experienced with managing site traffic involving various vehicle types including heavy machinery and cranes.
• Capable of autonomous site work and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Prepared to work within a site-based PMC role.

Additional Information

About Wood: Wood is a global consulting, engineering and operations firm serving the energy and materials sectors with a workforce of 33,000 spread across roughly 50 countries. The company supports clients through the full asset lifecycle to deliver safe, dependable outcomes while fostering resilient operations and a low carbon future. Wood is part of Sidara, a global consortium of leading engineering, design, and project management firms.

Diversity Commitment: Wood is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified candidates receive fair consideration irrespective of race, color, age, religion, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status, adhering to applicable laws.

Benefits Offered

• Engagement in meaningful projects for high-profile clients in the energy sector.
• Competitive salary with periodic market-aligned reviews.
• Comprehensive medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance coverage.
• End of Service Gratuity as per UAE labor regulations.
• Employee Share Plan allowing purchase of company shares with matching contributions.
• Recognition of long service with awards at 5-year intervals.
• Tailored professional development programs.
• Access to global expert network and participation in an Energy Transition Academy.