Excavation HSE Engineer – Safety Lead for Earthworks

WSP; AlUla; On-site; SAR 187,476 - 281,214; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Excavation Health & Safety Engineer in AlUla. The role involves supporting safe delivery of extensive earthworks and excavation activities on a high-profile hospitality project. You will collaborate with the H&S Manager to ensure compliance with safety standards, conduct inspections, and promote a strong safety culture. Candidates should have 5+ years in construction safety with experience in excavation, along with an engineering degree. Certifications like NEBOSH or OSHA are beneficial.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction site safety, ideally in excavation or civil works.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or hospitality projects is an advantage.
• Certifications such as NEBOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the H&S Manager in implementing the project’s Health & Safety Plan.
• Monitor daily site operations to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of trenches and equipment used in excavation works.
• Assist in hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Ensure protective systems are installed and maintained correctly.
• Support incident reporting and investigation.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and logs.
• Promote a strong safety culture across site teams.

Skills

Construction site safety

Excavation hazards understanding

Strong communication skills

Ability to influence safe behavior

Education

BSc in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related discipline)

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Excavation Health & Safety Engineer in AlUla. The role involves supporting safe delivery of extensive earthworks and excavation activities on a high-profile hospitality project. You will collaborate with the H&S Manager to ensure compliance with safety standards, conduct inspections, and promote a strong safety culture. Candidates should have 5+ years in construction safety with experience in excavation, along with an engineering degree. Certifications like NEBOSH or OSHA are beneficial.