HSE Officer

Develop and implement project-specific HSE management systems in compliance with Saudi Arabian labour law, Civil Defense regulations, HRSD and international safety standards such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001, European Standard and OSHA.

Ensure continuous alignment with HRSD, Saudi Building Code (SBC) guidelines, and project-specific client HSE requirements

Conduct regular HSE behavioural audits, inspections, and monitoring to enforce compliance with statutory and client-mandated HSE protocols.

Apply professional judgment in evaluating site conditions and determining conformance with Saudi regulatory and environmental requirements.

Deliver comprehensive safety orientation and site-specific induction for all new workers, addressing project hazards, emergency procedures, fire safety, and Civil Defense coordination protocols.

Facilitate safety training and awareness programs in English, Arabic, and other relevant languages to accommodate a multicultural workforce.

Demonstrate correct use of PPE, fire-fighting systems, and emergency evacuation procedures; document training participation and issue access cards/badges accordingly.

Monitor subcontractor HSE training compliance and validate certification and competency records as per local regulations.

Conduct pre-construction and pre-task planning sessions with subcontractor HSE representatives, establishing methodical and risk-based safety controls.

Organize and document daily toolbox talks and task-specific safety briefings in accordance with Saudi Civil Defense and client safety expectations.

Review and approve subcontractor HSE plans, site-specific risk assessments, and high-risk activity permits (e.g., Hot Work, Confined Space, LOTO, Working at Height).

Maintain active coordination with Civil Defense, local hospitals, fire response units, and industrial rescue teams for rapid emergency response planning.

Lead weekly HSE inspections, internal audits, and joint walkdowns with client teams; issue NCRs, track close-outs, and maintain audit readiness.

Investigate all incidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe acts; perform root cause analysis using tools such as 5 Whys or Fishbone Analysis and ensure robust corrective action plans.

Track and analyze leading and lagging indicators (e.g., LTI, TRIR, Near Miss Frequency Rate) and present HSE performance dashboards in client review meetings.

Issue monthly HSE reports, incident logs, environment monitoring summaries, and trend analyses in the format approved by client and statutory bodies.

Encourage open communication and involvement across all workforce levels through multilingual safety dialogues, feedback sessions, and reward systems.

Maintain an up-to-date record of safety meetings, action points, audit observations, and closure status for compliance reviews and third-party audits.

Lead the HSE team by setting measurable KPIs, providing mentoring and technical support, and conducting regular team performance reviews.

Coordinate with Learning & Development to implement career development pathways for site safety officers and align training plans with evolving site risk profiles.

Oversee the implementation of environmental controls including waste management, dust suppression, noise control, and hazardous material handling per KSA environmental laws.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, or Occupational Health & Safety

Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction HSE management, including 5 years in a leadership role on complex or mission-critical projects (data centres, airports, industrial plants, Highrise building, Earthworks)

International HSE certifications mandatory: Level 6 International OHS Dip, NEBOSH IGC, OSHA 30/OSHA 510, or equivalent

Certified Lead Auditor in ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001, ISO 9001 is preferred

OHS membership Grad-IOSH, CMIOSH is preferred or Equivalent.

Experience in managing safety systems, documentation, and incident investigations on large-scale construction sites

Proficiency in MS Office, incident tracking software, HSE portal, and safety audit tools

Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills

English fluency is mandatory; Arabic is preferred