Safety Officer

Location: Saudi Arabia

The Safety Officer is responsible for implementing monitoring and improving health safety and environmental (HSE) standards across industrial construction utility and facilities-based operations. The role requires strong expertise in hazard identification risk assessment PTW compliance and incident investigation. The Safety Officer ensures adherence to local and international safety regulations while supporting safe execution of daily operations. Experience working with major Saudi clients or safety operations involving robotics tank inspections or confined spaces will be an added advantage.

• Monitor workplace operations to ensure compliance with HSE regulations company policies and client standards.
  

• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) prepare Risk Assessments (RA) and implement effective control measures.
  

• Manage the Permit-to-Work (PTW) system ensuring proper documentation validation and safety compliance.
  

• Perform regular site inspections audits and safety walkthroughs to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  

• Investigate incidents and accidents prepare detailed reports and drive root-cause analysis and corrective measures.
  

• Deliver toolbox talks safety training and awareness programs for employees and contractors.
  

• Support emergency response planning confined-space entry operations and high-risk activity supervision.
  

• Collaborate with engineering operations and maintenance teams to ensure safe working methods are followed.
  

• Maintain accurate safety records inspection logs and compliance documentation.
  

• Ensure safe operations during tank inspections water plant activities and related facility operations where applicable.
  

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Safety Environmental Science or related technical field (preferred)
  
  OR
  
  Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent (acceptable).
  

• Minimum 35 years of experience in occupational health & safety.
  

• Strong experience in industrial construction facilities or utility environments.
  

• Proficiency in preparing JHA RA PTW compliance documents and safety incident reports.
  

• Understanding of HSE regulations standards and best practices in Saudi Arabia.
  

• Strong analytical and observation skills with the ability to identify hazards proactively.
  

• Excellent communication skills to conduct safety training and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  

• Ability to manage emergency response procedures and confined-space safety protocols.
  

• Competence in safety monitoring for high-risk activities including lifting operations hot work and enclosed space work.