Industrial Hygiene Technician

About the role

The Industrial Hygiene Technician supports the implementation and maintenance of occupational health, industrial hygiene and laboratory safety programmes. The role identifies, evaluates and controls workplace health hazards, ensures compliance with regulations and standards and promotes a safe environment in laboratory, research and operational facilities. It covers exposure monitoring, risk assessments, inspections, audits, incident investigations, emergency preparedness and HSE training.

Key responsibilities

• Support compliance with OSHA, ACGIH, NIOSH, NFPA, ISO 45001 and local regulations, and maintain monitoring records and compliance documentation.
• Conduct exposure assessments for chemical, biological, physical and radiological hazards and perform air sampling for gases, vapours, dust, fumes and particulates.
• Monitor laboratory ventilation, fume hoods, air quality, noise, vibration, heat stress and ergonomics; inspect biosafety cabinets and containment devices.
• Assist in risk assessments, recommend engineering, administrative and PPE controls, and support hazardous chemical and waste management.
• Perform radiation exposure monitoring and maintain dosimetry records.
• Investigate incidents, support spill and exposure response, emergency drills and inspections of emergency equipment.
• Deliver HSE and industrial hygiene training on PPE, chemical safety, respiratory protection and biosafety, and prepare inspection and audit reports.

Required profile

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, chemistry, engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial hygiene, occupational health, HSE or a related field; laboratory, research, healthcare, education or industrial experience preferred.
• Experience in exposure monitoring, inspections and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ACGIH, NIOSH, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and Qatar HSE regulations.
• Certification such as NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, radiation safety training or similar is an advantage.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSE management systems; Power BI knowledge is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication and training skills.
• Willingness to work in office and field settings, with frequent site visits and possible travel, and availability for emergency response outside normal hours.