Safety Cluster Manager

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Safety Cluster Manager to oversee all health, safety, and risk management operations across multiple venues and operational zones for a major international football tournament. The ideal candidate will ensure the implementation of world-class safety standards, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness throughout the event lifecycle.

Saudi Talent is mandatory for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety strategies across assigned venues and operational clusters.
• Lead venue safety planning, inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with government authorities, emergency services, security teams, venue operations, and contractors to ensure full compliance with local and international safety regulations.
• Manage incident prevention programs and oversee emergency preparedness and response procedures.
• Conduct regular safety drills, training sessions, and operational briefings for staff and stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor and supplier adherence to HSE standards and event safety protocols.
• Prepare safety reports, compliance documentation, and operational updates for senior management.
• Support crowd management planning and ensure safe spectator movement within venue precincts.
• Ensure all operations align with tournament operational policies and Saudi regulatory requirements.

Requirements:.

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Engineering, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in health & safety management, preferably within large-scale events, sports, stadiums, or mega projects.
• Strong understanding of international HSE standards and local Saudi regulations.
• Experience managing multi-site or cluster-based operations is highly preferred.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced event environments.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic is highly preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• Major sporting events
• Stadium operations
• Mega events or international tournaments
• Government or semi-government projects
• Emergency planning and crisis management