Health And Safety Manager

Digby Morris Executive Search & Talent Acquisition; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering contractor is seeking an experienced HSE Manager for a major EPC project near Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will ensure health, safety, and environmental performance, overseeing compliance with local regulations and international standards. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of HSE management experience in large-scale projects. This role offers a tax-free salary and various benefits, including housing allowances and annual leave.

Benefits

Tax-free salary including housing & transport allowances

Flights & medical cover

Performance-related bonus

30 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ HSE management experience on major EPC/process or mega infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in large-scale industrial or process facilities.
• Strong knowledge of international HSE standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the project’s HSE management systems.
• Provide visible HSE leadership across project teams.
• Oversee risk assessments and implementation of mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with EPC project safety standards.
• Monitor contractor HSE performance and conduct audits.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Work with project teams to address HSE risks.
• Manage interface with local authorities for permits.
• Deliver HSE training and awareness initiatives.

Skills

HSE management experience

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of international HSE standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

HSE Manager – Major EPC Project

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Ref: DM/16218

The Company

Our client is a leading international engineering and construction contractor delivering large-scale industrial, infrastructure, and process projects across the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. With multi-billion-dollar annual revenues and a global workforce, the company has a proven record of executing complex EPC projects for both public and private sector clients.

Its portfolio includes landmark developments in:

• Road and bridge networks
• Power and energy facilities
• Rail and transport infrastructure
• Airports and aviation hubs
• Ports, marine works, and industrial plants

About the Project

The company is currently executing a major IPP power project located on the eastern coast of Saudi Arabia. Developed on a Build–Own–Operate (BOO) basis, it boasts a net generation capacity of 3,927 MW, making it the largest combined cycle gas-fired power plant in the world. Commissioned in Q1 2015, the plant plays a vital role in meeting Saudi Arabia’s growing power demands through reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy generation.

The project encompasses all stages of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational handover. Once completed, it will play a vital role in supporting the region’s growing industrial and infrastructure needs, reinforcing Sharjah’s position as a hub for innovation and sustainable development.

The Role: HSE Manager

We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to join the leadership team on this high-profile project. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving health, safety, and environmental performance across all phases of the EPC lifecycle, ensuring compliance with KSA regulations and international best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the project’s HSE management systems.
• Provide visible HSE leadership, embedding a safety-first culture across all project teams and subcontractors.
• Oversee risk assessments, hazard identification, and the implementation of mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with EPC project safety standards, including construction safety, lifting operations, confined spaces, and hazardous materials.
• Monitor contractor HSE performance, conduct audits, and enforce corrective actions where necessary.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and dissemination of lessons learned.
• Work closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to proactively address HSE risks.
• Manage interface with local authorities to secure and maintain necessary permits and approvals.
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and awareness initiatives to strengthen workforce engagement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ HSE management experience on major EPC/process or mega infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in large-scale industrial or process facilities (experience in power or utilities projects advantageous but not essential).
• Strong knowledge of international HSE standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, fast-paced environment and deliver high HSE performance.

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to play a central role in the delivery of one of Saudi's most significant EPC projects. You will join a contractor with a global reputation for delivering transformative infrastructure and process facilities, and benefit from long-term career opportunities in a region with a strong pipeline of future developments.

Benefits:

• Tax‑free salary inclusive of housing & transport allowances
• Flights & medical cover
• Performance‑related bonus
• 30 days annual leave

Position is site-based nr Al Khobar, 6 day working week however extended leave is available.