Onsite Transport Manager – Traffic Safety Advisory

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About the role

  • Transport Manager managing traffic safety advisory projects for GCC in the Middle East. Leading road safety audits and strategy development across UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

  • Leading and managing Road Safety Audits (Stages 1–4) in accordance with ITC (Abu Dhabi) and RTA (Dubai) requirements, including site audits, reporting, authority engagement, and audit close‑out.
  • Supporting road safety audits, safety reviews, and independent safety assessments for Saudi Arabian projects.
  • Managing RSA submissions, authority comments, and mitigation close‑out.
  • Acting as a recognised road safety subject‑matter expert in meetings with ITC, RTA, and relevant KSA authorities.
  • Developing traffic and road safety strategies at corridor, city, and programme level across UAE and KSA.
  • Advising on Safe System–aligned safety frameworks, consistent with Vision 2030 road safety ambitions.
  • Applying human‑centred and inclusive design principles.
  • Undertaking network and corridor safety assessments, prioritisation frameworks, and investment programmes.
  • Undertaking crash data and safety analytics.
  • Demonstrating experience in developing and applying safety KPIs to monitor outcomes.
  • Translating audit findings into implementable design, policy, and operational interventions.
  • Embedding safety into Traffic Impact Studies, master plans, development access strategies, and operational assessments.
  • Supporting post‑implementation monitoring, performance review, and continuous safety improvement.
  • Mentoring junior staff in RSA methodology, safety strategy development, and authority engagement.

Requirements

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Road Safety Engineering, or Transport Planning.
  • MSc and/or Chartered status (ICE, CIHT, TPS or equivalent) preferred.
  • Certified Road Safety Auditor (Team Leader) registered with ITC Abu Dhabi and/or RTA Dubai (essential).
  • Experience working with Saudi Arabian road safety and transport authority requirements (advantage).
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years’ post‑graduate professional experience.
  • Certified and experienced in delivering Road Safety Audits under ITC Abu Dhabi and RTA Dubai frameworks.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in the UAE and/or Saudi Arabia, with direct authority interface.
  • Demonstrated capability in traffic safety advisory beyond audits, including strategy, policy, and programme development.
  • Strong understanding of human‑centred design, Safe System principles, behavioural risk, and vulnerable road user safety.
  • Experience in multi‑disciplinary consultancy environments.
  • Familiarity with safety analysis and data tools.
  • Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic advantageous.
  • Comfortable presenting safety risk and trade‑offs to senior, non‑technical decision‑makers.
  • Willingness to travel across the GCC and internationally.
  • International road safety experience (e.g. Vision Zero, Safe System frameworks) is a strong advantage.

Benefits

  • Tax-free salary.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual leave balance.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Transportation & housing allowances.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Job title

Transport Manager – Traffic Safety Advisory

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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