Assistant Safety Officer

Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,134 - 34,846; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking safety personnel for opportunities in Saudi Arabia. The role involves routine safety inspections, providing first response in emergencies, and managing safety-related reports. Ideal candidates should have a clean international driver's license, relevant certifications in security, and at least 3 years of experience. Strong communication skills in English and proficiency in MS Office are required. The position demands a flexible approach to working hours, making it suitable for sociable, detail-oriented individuals.

Qualifications

• Must have a full and clean international driver's license.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in administrative office work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and report on safety-related equipment.
• Provide first response care during medical emergencies.
• Maintain activity reports and emergency equipment.

Skills

Fluent English communication skills

Numerical literacy

Attention to detail

Sociable yet professional demeanor

Ability to maintain rapport

Education

Certification in security/close protection

First Aid certification

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Excel)

Job description

Calling all British for incredible job opportunities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Key purpose:

The overall scope is to inspect and report on the safety of clients, their guests and all members of staff in a private residence, grounds and associated facilities. Assist in the implementation of the Safety Policies established by the QHSE Manager under the Safety Supervisor direction.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Carry out routine inspections and report on all safety‑related equipment.
• Maintain constant safety of client in the event of emergency.
• Provide first response care and treatment as required in a medical emergency, until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Maintain appropriate activity reports.
• Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (first aid kit restocking supplies).
• Inspect facilities for cleanliness and anything that could potentially be a hazard to health or safety.
• Monitor weather and environmental conditions and be aware of structures and equipment that may be vulnerable.
• Respond to alarms and emergency callouts.
• Support the Safety Supervisor in coordinating the required remedial action, which may include firefighting, administering first aid or organising evacuation of personnel.

Qualifications and experience:

• Must have full and clean international drivers license
• Certification in security/close protection
• First Aid certification
• Minimum 3 years experience in relevant field
• Experience in administrative office work.
• MS Office (including Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Excel) proficiency
• Previous experience in L&D or staff welfare/support positions preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of security procedures
• A flexible approach towards working hours is required.
• Must have fluent English communication skills and have numerical literacy
• Very sociable yet professional
• Ability to maintain a very positive and friendly attitude
• Very high attention to detail at all time
• Ability to develop rapport within a short time frame
• Neat personal presentation
• Performing all duties with the sense of priority and dedication, serving in a calm, discrete and courteous manner whilst respecting timing standards
• Ability to work unsupervised, in a large team and take direction
• Absolute honesty, integrity, and reliability