Environment, Health and Safety Manager

UCC Holding; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding is seeking an HSE Manager to support executive leadership in establishing safe working conditions and ensuring regulatory and client compliance. You will lead risk assessments, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives across projects in the GCC region.

You will develop training programs, monitor HSE metrics, and liaise with regulators and stakeholders to drive a culture of safety and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 15 years minimum total experience in HSE functions.
• At least 5 years in a managerial role; GCC experience is mandatory.
• Bachelor’s degree or Level 6 Diploma in OHS; NEBOSH Lead Auditor will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee HSE policies and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead incident investigations, root-cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to HSE teams, contractors and stakeholders to foster safety culture.
• Monitor HSE performance metrics, analyze data and drive improvements.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients and external stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Prepare HSE reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Prepare HSE reports and documentation for stakeholders.
• Drive continuous HSE improvement and share lessons learned.
• Provide strategic HSE guidance to senior management.
• Support IMS policies and safety initiatives.

Skills

HSE leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training programs

Stakeholder management

Regulatory liaison

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Level 6 Diploma in OHS

NEBOSH Lead Auditor Certificates

Job description

The HSE Manager supports the Executive Director, Project Director and/or Project Manager to establish safe working conditions and prevent adverse environmental situations. Oversees and ensures HSE programs are in compliance with the state, client and organizational regulations applicable and to design, implement, evaluate and improve policies and procedures to ensure high performance standards, environment, safe working conditions and client satisfaction. HSE Manager is considered as accident prevention manager in site.

• Develop, implement, and oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures to mitigate potential incidents.
• Provide leadership and guidance to HSE teams, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence and improve HSE performance.
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs to educate employees on safe work practices, emergency procedures, and environmental responsibilities.
• Monitor and evaluate HSE performance metrics, track trends, and analyze data to measure progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, and external stakeholders on HSE matters, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
• Prepare HSE reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, communicating key findings and recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement in HSE performance through the implementation of best practices, lessons learned, and feedback mechanisms.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on HSE-related risks, opportunities, and initiatives, contributing to overall business success and sustainability.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Experience

Minimum 15 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience as Manager, 5year (s) GCC is a mandatory

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Level 6 Diploma in OHS
• Diploma in NEBOSH or Lead Auditor Certificates for ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001 & ISO22301