Hygiene/ EHS Coordinator (Emiratisation Program)

Role summary

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The Hygiene/EHS Coordinator supports workplace hygiene, environmental, health and safety standards at Shangri-La in the UAE. Typical requirements include a diploma or degree in occupational health and safety, environmental management, hospitality, or a related field; relevant EHS or food-safety certification; and practical experience in hotels, facilities, or a similar operational environment. The role is expected to conduct inspections, maintain records, support risk assessments, coordinate training, investigate incidents, follow up on corrective actions, and help ensure compliance with UAE regulations and company standards. Strong communication, attention to detail, reporting ability, and confidence working with different departments are important. As part of the Emiratisation Program, UAE national candidates are likely to be prioritised.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognised internationally for refined service, welcoming Asian-inspired hospitality, and high-quality hotel and resort experiences. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations, including hotels, resorts, residences, and related hospitality services. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, colleague development, operational standards, sustainability, and responsible business practices. Its UAE properties serve leisure and business travellers and typically offer multicultural workplaces with opportunities across hotel operations, culinary services, engineering, finance, sales, wellness, and health and safety. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, cultural awareness, and a genuine commitment to service excellence.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is a modern Gulf country rather than an island, with major employment centres in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah. Hospitality offers opportunities in luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, tourism, wellness, and supporting functions such as EHS and engineering. The culture combines Emirati traditions, Islamic values, and a large international community; respectful dress and behaviour are important, especially during Ramadan. Lifestyle is convenient and cosmopolitan, with excellent shopping, beaches, restaurants, desert activities, and public transport in larger cities, although housing and summer temperatures can be challenging. Most overseas employees need employer-sponsored residence and work visas, medical screening, and an Emirates ID. UAE nationals may access Emiratisation-linked opportunities. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, insurance, annual leave, airfare, and other benefits before relocating.