Assistant Manager - HSW

Mace Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Riyadh seeks experienced professionals to support health and safety implementation for major sporting events. The role requires a degree, 7+ years of experience, and expertise in audit compliance. Join our exceptional team to drive excellence in delivering world-class assets. Flexible and hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years postgraduate professional experience is essential.
• Stadium, Events or Sports venue experience is an advantage.
• Chartered or professional membership is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of health, safety and wellbeing (HSW) policies.
• Assist with audits for ISO 9001, 14001, 45001.
• Conduct HSW inspections and provide audit support.

Skills

Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) policies

ISO standards compliance

Stakeholder relationship building

Audit coordination

Data analysis

Education

Degree qualification in the relevant subject

Job description

Position status

This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in January subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of world‑class assets supporting major sporting events, including the development of multiple stadiums. Mace is at the forefront of this landmark program with a highly motivated client organisation and seeks results‑driven professionals to join our exceptional teams, driving excellence at every stage of these high‑profile projects.

You’ll be responsible for

• Support implementation of health, safety and wellbeing (HSW) policies, procedures, and standards.
• Assist with audits for ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and other applicable standards.
• Coordinate inspection and audit schedules across projects.
• Conduct HSW inspections and provide audit support to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate on developing new standards aligned with corporate requirements.
• Analyse audit results, corrective actions, reports, and KPIs to drive improvements.
• Identify gaps and contribute to mitigation plans for continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to promote a positive safety culture.

You’ll need to have

• Degree qualification in the relevant subject essential.
• 7+ years’ postgraduate professional experience is essential.
• Stadium, Events or Sports venue experience is an advantage.
• Chartered or professional membership is an advantage.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well

You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise

You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing

You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel

You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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