Field-based EHS Officer: Safety & Compliance Lead

OilChem; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OilChem is seeking an EHS Officer to implement and oversee the environment, health and safety program across the reaction facility, blending plant and warehouse in Dammam, aligned with Saudi regulations. The role includes field coaching, risk assessments, permit systems, audits, and incident investigations to ensure safe operations.

You will work with the HOD/QHSE team to deliver training in English and Arabic, coordinate safety meetings, and maintain compliance with HCIS, Civil Defense and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental science required.
• NEBOSH/IGC/OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Knowledge of local KSA HSE regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Spend 70% of time in field monitoring personnel compliance and coaching in QHSE processes.
• Assist in implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct basic safety inspections and audits.
• Assist in risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Assist in developing QHSE operating procedures.
• Promote safety awareness among employees, consultants and contractors.
• Conduct regular safety meetings with HOD/QHSE leaders and close corrective actions.
• Maintain awareness of local and national QHSE laws and regulations.
• Support Risk Assessments focusing on high-risk tasks (LOTO, Working at Height, Forklift, Hot Work, Confined Space).
• Run permit-to-work system and conduct site inspections/inductions.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; track corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain MSDS library and environmental monitoring; manage waste handling and spill drills.
• Support HCIS, Civil Defense and MODON regulatory compliance.

Skills

HAZID

JSA

Incident investigation

Emergency response planning

HSE training delivery

HSE reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental science

NEBOSH / IGC / OSHA 30

ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 knowledge

Tools

MS Office / Excel

HSE management systems

Job description

OilChem is seeking an EHS Officer to implement and oversee the environment, health and safety program across the reaction facility, blending plant and warehouse in Dammam, aligned with Saudi regulations. The role includes field coaching, risk assessments, permit systems, audits, and incident investigations to ensure safe operations.

You will work with the HOD/QHSE team to deliver training in English and Arabic, coordinate safety meetings, and maintain compliance with HCIS, Civil Defense and