Safety Officer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification

   • Conduct regular site inspections and hazard analyses to identify unsafe conditions.

   • Evaluate operational processes and recommend preventive/corrective actions. 

   • Develop and update risk assessment documents, safety checklists, and safe work method statements.

2. Safety Policies & Procedures

   • Assist in creating, implementing, and enforcing the companys safety policies and safety management system. 

   • Ensure all operations comply with internal and external HSE standards (local Saudi laws, client requirements). 

   • Maintain and control HSE documentation and records (inspections, incident reports, meeting minutes). 

3. Training & Awareness

   • Organize and deliver safety trainings, toolbox talks, and orientations for employees. 

   • Promote safety culture through regular communication, signage, and campaigns.

   • Facilitate emergency response drills (fire, evacuation, etc.). 

4. Incident Investigation

   • Investigate accidents, near misses, or unsafe acts; determine root causes. 

   • Prepare detailed incident reports and follow-up corrective and preventive actions. 

   • Report and escalate critical safety issues to management.

5. Monitoring & Audits

   • Conduct safety inspections, audits, and follow-ups to ensure safety compliance. 

   • Monitor the condition and availability of PPE (personal protective equipment) and other safety gear. 

   • Liaise with other departments (operations, maintenance) to integrate safety practices into daily work.

6. Regulatory Compliance

   • Stay updated on Saudi health, safety, and environmental regulations and industry best practices. 

   • Ensure site and operations are compliant with local and international safety standards (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA). 

     Assist in HSE audits and coordinate with external regulatory bodies if needed.

7. Reporting & Documentation

   • Maintain safety logs, inspection checklists, risk assessments, toolbox meeting minutes, incident reports, etc. 

   • Provide regular safety performance reports to HSE manager / senior management.

   • Develop and maintain safety promotional materials (posters, flyers, presentations). 

Key Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Safety / HSE / Occupational Health or a related field. 
• Minimum 4+ years (or more) experience in HSE / safety officer role, especially in construction, oil & gas, or related industries. 
• NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or other recognized HSE certifications strongly preferred.
• First aid and firefighting training may be required. 
• Excellent observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities (for training, reporting, coordination).
• Good record-keeping and report-writing skills
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or similar software. 
• Ability to work under pressure and make safe decisions quickly. 

Vertical:
Engineering