HSE Engineer (Saudi national)

WSP in the Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to support a major infrastructure project in Riyadh. The role focuses on monitoring contractor compliance, conducting site inspections, risk identification, and promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across the project.

This position is exclusively open to Saudi Nationals. The candidate will review HSE plans, conduct audits, participate in investigations, and drive continuous safety improvements on site,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience on major infrastructure or civil construction projects.
• Must hold a valid SCE Registration in Health & Safety.
• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent HSE certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with project HSE requirements, client standards, and Saudi regulations.
• Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and safety assessments.
• Review contractor HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and permits.
• Identify unsafe acts and conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Participate in incident, accident, and near-miss investigations and prepare reports.
• Monitor high-risk activities including excavation, lifting operations, confined space entry, and work at height.
• Maintain HSE records, inspection logs, safety observations, and compliance reports.
• Support emergency preparedness activities and participate in emergency drills.
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Monitor environmental compliance, waste management, housekeeping, and pollution control measures.
• Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE performance reports.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement across the project.

Skills

Safety management

Incident investigation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SCE Registration

NEBOSH IGC/OSHA/IOSH

Job description

Job Description

WSP is seeking an experienced HSE Engineer to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project in Riyadh. Working within the Project Management and Construction Management (PMCM) team, the HSE Engineer will be responsible for monitoring contractor compliance, conducting site inspections, identifying risks, and promoting a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across the project. This position is exclusively open to Saudi Nationals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with project HSE requirements, client standards, and Saudi regulations.
• Conduct routine site inspections, audits, and safety assessments.
• Review contractor HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and permits.
• Identify unsafe acts and conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Participate in incident, accident, and near-miss investigations and prepare reports.
• Monitor high-risk activities including excavation, lifting operations, confined space entry, and work at height.
• Maintain HSE records, inspection logs, safety observations, and compliance reports.
• Support emergency preparedness activities and participate in emergency drills.
• Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Monitor environmental compliance, waste management, housekeeping, and pollution control measures.
• Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders on HSE matters.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE performance reports.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement across the project.

Qualifications

• Saudi National (mandatory).
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Must hold a valid SCE Registration in Health & Safety.
• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent HSE certification.
• Minimum 5 years of HSE experience on major infrastructure or civil construction projects.
• Experience working within a PMCM consultancy environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices, risk assessment, and incident investigation.
• Familiarity with Saudi HSE regulations and international standards.
• Good communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

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