Cluster OH Lead Physician - Pakistan & Middle East Asia

GSK; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Health Leader to oversee health services across the Middle East. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with health regulations, managing vendor relationships, and promoting health initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational health, with over a decade of experience in strategic roles within multinational environments. Join a forward-thinking company that values science and technology in combating diseases and enhancing employee wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on health programs across diverse regions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in strategic application of Occupational Health.
• Leading occupational health teams in international environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health professionals to deliver global OH priorities.
• Manage vendor contracts ensuring service quality and compliance.
• Advise business leaders on health and wellbeing risks.

Skills

Occupational Health Management

Risk Assessment

Vendor Management

Health and Wellbeing Initiatives

Strategic Collaboration

Education

Masters in Occupational Health

Doctorate in Public Health

Job description

Site Locations:

Pakistan - Sindh - Karachi, Saudi Arabia - Eastern Province - Dammam, Saudi Arabia - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - Makkah - Mecca, Saudi Arabia - Riyadh, UAE - Dubai

Posted Date:

Apr 30 2025

Job Purpose

The role covers Pakistan & Middle East Asia (Pakistan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, GCC countries in the Middle East). The purpose is to ensure the delivery of an effective, consistent, high-quality Occupational Health service to all GSK bio-pharma businesses (e.g., Supply Chain, R&D, Commercial) in the region, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements through GSK matrix or third-party providers. The role involves supporting local implementation of enterprise-wide and country-specific OH programs, managing vendor relationships, ensuring service quality, and promoting health and wellbeing initiatives. Focus areas include governance, clinical oversight, and regional health program integration.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Masters or Doctorate in Occupational/Public Health or equivalent
• 10+ years experience in strategic application of Occupational Health in business operations, collaborating with EHS, HR, and other partners
• Experience leading occupational health teams in an international or multinational environment, preferably in pharma, chemical, or related industries
• Ability to develop risk assessments, management systems, and governance processes at various organizational levels using population data

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee health professionals across the region to deliver global OH priorities
• Provide licensed physician oversight and governance to mitigate health risks
• Manage vendor contracts, ensuring service quality, compliance, and risk escalation
• Coordinate with senior leaders to align occupational health services with business strategies
• Develop local health and wellbeing plans, monitor emerging trends, and integrate public health initiatives
• Support public health emergency planning and response
• Advise business leaders on health and wellbeing risks and opportunities
• Track performance metrics, escalate issues, and develop mitigation strategies
• Mentor and develop health professionals within the team

Why GSK

GSK is a global biopharma company committed to uniting science, technology, and talent to combat disease, impacting billions of lives through vaccines and medicines. We focus on immune system science, leveraging new technologies in infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology, and oncology. Our success depends on our people, and we aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow.

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