SAFETY MANAGER - OIL & GAS (Saudi Arabia)

SAFETY MANAGER – OIL & GAS (Saudi Arabia)

Opportunity for a candidate from South Africa to work in Africa (Saudi Arabia)
Location: (Saudi Arabia)
Industry: Oil & Gas
Position Overview
Jobs 4 All Recruitment is seeking an experienced Safety Manager from South Africa who is willing to work in (Saudi Arabia).
The successful candidate will lead safety activities, assess and improve safety standards, develop training programmes, and supervise the implementation of safe working practices. The role includes managing risks associated with oil, gas, petrol, petroleum products and hazardous chemicals, together with overseeing emergency preparedness and safety alarm response procedures.
Previous work experience outside South Africa and proven experience in the oil and gas industry are mandatory.

Mandatory Requirements

• Have demonstrated experience in a safety role within the oil and gas industry, with the leadership capability to fulfil a Safety Manager position.
• Have previously worked abroad, outside South Africa. Applicants must clearly identify the countries, employers or projects, and employment dates on their CVs.
• Be able to demonstrate experience in developing safety procedures, providing safety training and supervising workplace safety activities.

Key Responsibilities
Safety Standards and Risk Management

• Assess existing safety standards, identify gaps, and prepare and implement appropriate improvements.
• Develop, review and maintain safety policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe work instructions.
• Identify hazards, assess and rate risks, and ensure that appropriate controls are implemented and reviewed.
• Monitor compliance with applicable host-country legislation, client requirements and company safety standards.
• Oversee safe work controls for relevant activities, including hot work, confined spaces, energy isolation and work requiring permits.

Safety Training and Supervision

• Develop safety training standards, training materials and programmes suited to the site’s activities and risks.
• Coordinate and deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, refresher training and emergency response awareness.
• Train and coach supervisors, employees and contractors on their safety responsibilities.
• Supervise safety personnel and work closely with operational teams to ensure consistent application of safety procedures.
• Maintain training records and assess employees’ understanding of the procedures relevant to their work.

Oil, Gas, Petroleum and Chemical Safety

• Oversee safety arrangements for the handling, storage and use of oil, gas, petrol, petroleum products and hazardous chemicals.
• Work with operations and engineering teams to address risks associated with leaks, loss of containment, fire, explosions and chemical exposure.
• Monitor chemical safety documentation, labelling, storage controls, spill preparedness and appropriate protective equipment.
• Coordinate with competent technical teams to ensure that fire and gas detection systems, safety alarms and associated emergency equipment are inspected, tested and maintained.
• Ensure that employees understand alarm signals, reporting procedures and the actions required during an emergency.

Inspections, Emergency Preparedness and Reporting

• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Develop and review emergency response procedures, evacuation arrangements and drill programmes.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions, identify underlying causes, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain safety records and prepare management reports on incidents, inspections, training and outstanding actions.
• Intervene when unsafe conditions arise and ensure that work resumes only once the necessary controls are in place.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership, supervision and communication skills.
• Practical knowledge of oil and gas hazards and appropriate safety controls.
• Ability to prepare clear procedures, training materials and management reports.
• Confidence in addressing unsafe practices and working with employees, contractors and management.
• Ability to work effectively with teams from different countries and cultural backgrounds.

Application Requirements
Applicants should submit a detailed CV clearly indicating:

• Your oil and gas industry experience, including employers, projects and responsibilities.
• The countries outside South Africa you have have previously worked, with dates and roles.
• Relevant safety qualifications, training, certifications and professional registrations.
• Current location, willingness to work in Africa, notice period and earliest available start date.
• Expected remuneration.

Only applicants with both proven oil and gas industry experience and previous work experience abroad will be considered.