QHSE/HSE Officer

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About the role

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented QHSE Officer to support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards within our healthcare facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare compliance, audits, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to JCIA/JCI, DOH Abu Dhabi (formerly HAAD), and other healthcare regulations.

The work

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain QHSE policies, procedures, and management systems across healthcare operations.
• Ensure compliance with JCI Accreditation Standards, DOH Abu Dhabi, DHA guidelines, and UAE healthcare regulations.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify gaps and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor healthcare quality indicators, patient safety initiatives, incident reporting, and infection control compliance.
• Support preparation and coordination of external audits, accreditation surveys, and regulatory inspections.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, near misses, and non-conformities, and recommend preventive measures.
• Deliver QHSE awareness training and toolbox talks to healthcare staff.
• Maintain QHSE documentation, reports, records, and compliance trackers.
• Assist in developing emergency response plans and business continuity procedures.
• Monitor workplace health, safety, environmental practices, and patient safety requirements.

Who they want

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Healthcare Management, Nursing, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• JCIA/JCI Certification or accreditation experience is preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of QHSE experience in healthcare, hospitals, clinics, or medical facilities.
• Strong background in quality audits, compliance management, and healthcare accreditation processes.
• Knowledge of DOH Abu Dhabi (HAAD), DHA, and UAE healthcare regulations.
• Certified Internal Auditor, NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent certifications will be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit/reporting systems.

Nice to have

Preferred Competencies

• Healthcare Quality Management
• Patient Safety & Risk Management
• Internal & External Auditing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Incident Investigation
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Documentation & Reporting
• Training & Awareness Programs