HS&E Lead

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an experienced HS&E Lead to advise and support project and program teams in implementing SH&E programs in line with corporate and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes audits, site inspections, incident investigations, and continuous improvement across high-risk projects.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, 10+ years in HSE/SH&E roles, and strong communication and leadership skills to influence stakeholders across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years in Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE/SH&E) roles.
• Advanced knowledge of health and safety regulations, compliance requirements, and reporting procedures.
• Strong understanding of safety standards (ANSI, NFPA, and similar).
• Experience conducting inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and root cause analyses.
• Experience supporting risk assessments and corrective action programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to influence and engage stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary, high-risk projects.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support PM/Prog Management teams in SH&E programs per corporate, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Guide project personnel on ESHARP policies and procedures.
• Audit projects and worksites for SH&E compliance.
• Perform site inspections to identify hazards and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit audit and inspection reports with recommendations.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions.
• Develop and communicate lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Analyze trends in audits, inspections, and incidents for management decisions.
• Represent Parsons during regulatory inspections and client reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

High-risk environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented HS&E Lead to join our team!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Advise and support Project and Program Management teams in implementing and maintaining Safety, Health, and Environmental (SH&E) programs in accordance with corporate, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Provide guidance to project personnel on compliance with Parsons’ Environmental, Safety, Health, and Risk Program (ESHARP) management system, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct audits of projects and worksites to verify compliance with corporate SH&E standards and industry best practices.
• Perform site inspections to identify hazards and provide practical solutions to eliminate or mitigate associated risks.
• Prepare and submit detailed audit reports, inspection reports, and recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.
• Implement occupational injury reporting, incident management, and investigation processes in accordance with company requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and conduct root cause analyses using recognized investigation methodologies.
• Work collaboratively with project teams, supervisors, and workers to identify and implement effective corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and communicate lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
• Analyze trends related to audits, inspections, incidents, and safety observations, and develop reports to support management decision-making.
• Represent Parsons during external regulatory inspections, client reviews, and loss control assessments.
• Act as a representative of the SH&E Manager or Director on project sites as required.
• Promote active participation and engagement from project personnel in identifying safety improvements and implementing best practices.
• Support risk assessments and provide SH&E subject matter expertise during work planning and execution activities.
• Assist with new employee safety orientation and onboarding programs.
• Deliver regulatory compliance training and SH&E best practice training programs.
• Maintain accurate SH&E training records and documentation.
• Participate in routine safety briefings, toolbox talks, and workforce engagement activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior Safety Specialists and other project personnel.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE/SH&E) roles.
• Advanced knowledge of health and safety regulations, compliance requirements, and reporting procedures.
• Strong understanding of safety-related industry standards and best practices, including ANSI, NFPA, and similar standards.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, audits, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses.
• Experience supporting risk assessments and implementing corrective and preventive action programs.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, coach, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and high-risk project environments.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or similar professional certification.
• Experience on major infrastructure, transportation, rail, or construction projects.
• Knowledge of risk management systems and occupational safety management frameworks.
• Experience supervising or mentoring safety professionals within large-scale project environments.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest