Health and Safety Officer - Workplace Compliance

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Riyadh seeks a Health and Safety Officer to strengthen workplace safety, regulatory compliance, hazard prevention, and incident reduction across project operations. The role emphasizes proactive risk management and safe work practices.

You will implement HSE programs, conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, deliver workforce training, monitor safety performance, and maintain compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations and recognized international standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety roles within construction or equivalent risk environments.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations and labor requirements.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Proficient in MS Office and safety management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Apply Saudi occupational safety requirements and labor regulations.
• Support alignment with ISO 45001 and OSHA principles.
• Conduct routine workplace and site safety inspections.
• Identify unsafe conditions and recommend controls.
• Perform structured hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses to determine causes.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Deliver targeted safety training and inductions.

Skills

Health and safety

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety training

Tools

ISO 45001

OSHA principles

Job description

Health and Safety Officer - Workplace Compliance Job Snapshot

Role: Health and Safety Officer - Workplace Compliance

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Construction

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Experience: Proven health and safety experience

Job Type: Full-time

Health and Safety Officer - Workplace Compliance in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a Construction opportunity focused on strengthening workplace safety, regulatory compliance, hazard prevention, and incident reduction across project operations. AECOM is hiring a safety professional to implement HSE programs, conduct risk assessments, investigate incidents, deliver workforce training, monitor safety performance, and maintain compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations and recognized international standards.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia

City: Riyadh

Industry: Construction

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Salary: 10000-16000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context The Health and Safety Officer will provide day-to-day oversight of workplace safety controls while helping teams integrate safe practices into normal operations. Rather than responding only after an incident occurs, the position emphasizes early identification of hazards, practical risk reduction, and consistent application of approved HSE procedures. The role will connect site observations with measurable safety improvement. Inspection findings, incident trends, near-miss information, and compliance data will be analyzed to determine where additional controls, training, or management action is required. Regular engagement with employees, supervisors, department leaders, auditors, and regulatory representatives will also be important. By maintaining reliable records and communicating safety expectations clearly, the officer will help strengthen compliance, audit readiness, and organizational safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and operational controls.
• Apply Saudi Arabian occupational safety requirements and relevant labor regulations to workplace activities.
• Support alignment with ISO 45001, OSHA principles, and other applicable international safety practices.
• Conduct routine workplace and site safety inspections.
• Identify unsafe conditions, behaviors, equipment issues, and emerging operational hazards.
• Perform structured hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Recommend practical control measures according to identified risk levels.
• Track corrective actions and verify that safety deficiencies are properly closed.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events to determine underlying causes.
• Document investigation findings clearly and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of preventive actions.
• Organize health and safety induction programs for new employees.
• Deliver targeted safety training based on workplace risks and operational requirements.
• Reinforce employee understanding of procedures, emergency requirements, and safe working practices.
• Monitor workplace equipment and operating conditions for compliance with established safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, risk assessments, incidents, training, and corrective actions.
• Prepare documentation required for internal reviews, regulatory inspections, and external audits.
• Analyze safety information to identify recurring hazards and performance trends.
• Develop safety statistics, metrics, and management reports.
• Present significant HSE findings and performance information to management.
• Work with department heads to embed safety responsibilities into daily operations.
• Coordinate with project and operational teams when safety controls affect work planning.
• Support safety management system implementation and periodic reviews.
• Assist with internal and external HSE audits.
• Coordinate documentation and follow-up activities with external safety auditors.
• Liaise with relevant regulatory representatives when required.
• Monitor changes to Saudi Arabian health and safety legislation and workplace requirements.
• Recommend updates to internal procedures when regulatory requirements change.
• Promote reporting of hazards and near misses before they develop into serious incidents.
• Support emergency preparedness and workplace response arrangements.
• Maintain first aid and emergency safety awareness where relevant to assigned operations.
• Use safety management software and digital tools to maintain traceable HSE records.
• Manage multiple safety priorities while ensuring critical risks receive timely attention.
• Encourage constructive communication between employees and management on workplace safety concerns.

Ideal Profile

The position suits a health and safety professional with proven experience as a Health and Safety Officer or in a comparable HSE role, preferably within construction, industrial, manufacturing, or similarly risk-sensitive operations. Candidates should have practical knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, hazard management, incident prevention, and recognized standards such as ISO 45001 or equivalent frameworks. Familiarity with Saudi Arabian workplace safety regulations and labor requirements is important. Knowledge of workplace safety developments associated with Saudi Vision 2030 will be advantageous. The successful candidate should be capable of conducting risk assessments independently, recognizing unsafe conditions, investigating incidents, determining contributing factors, and developing realistic corrective measures. Strong record-keeping and analytical abilities are required. Safety findings must be converted into clear reports, meaningful performance metrics, and actionable recommendations for management. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and safety management software is expected. Experience supporting HSE management systems and formal audit processes is preferred. First aid and CPR certification will be advantageous. Strong communication skills are essential for delivering training and engaging effectively with employees, contractors, managers, and external stakeholders.

Skills Set

Occupational health and safety HSE management ISO 45001 OSHA principles Saudi safety regulations Saudi labor regulations Hazard identification Risk assessment Risk control Workplace inspections Site safety inspections Incident investigation Accident investigation Near-miss analysis Root cause analysis Corrective actions Preventive actions Safety audits Regulatory compliance Safety management systems HSE documentation Safety reporting Safety performance metrics Safety data analysis Workplace monitoring Safety training Employee induction Emergency preparedness First aid awareness CPR awareness Microsoft Office Safety management software Digital record management Audit preparation Contractor safety Construction safety Industrial safety Hazard reporting Compliance monitoring Safety procedures Safety communication Regulatory liaison Management reporting Safety culture development Saudi Vision 2030 awareness

Why Join Us

Riyadh 's continuing construction and infrastructure development creates sustained demand for health and safety professionals who can combine regulatory knowledge with practical hazard management. This position offers the opportunity to influence workplace behavior, reduce operational risk, and contribute directly to safer project delivery. Within AECOM, the role also provides exposure to established safety systems, multidisciplinary technical teams, and complex project environments. That experience can build a strong pathway toward senior HSE advisory, safety management, audit, compliance, and project-level HSE leadership positions.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management services across buildings, transportation, water, energy, and environmental projects. Its teams support complex public and private sector programs through technical expertise, responsible project delivery, safety management, sustainability, and resilient infrastructure solutions.