HSE Lead

Acwa Power; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Acwa Power seeks an HSE Officer to support field-level safety programs at its plant sites. You will help manage HSE systems, conduct toolbox talks, and coordinate safety training with staff and contractors to ensure safe operations.

The role reports to the HSE Engineer and Plant General Manager, with duties spanning risk assessments, incident investigations, and continuous safety improvements across operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with implementing and maintaining HSE management systems in field operations.
• Strong knowledge of applicable local HSE regulations and standards.
• Proven ability to lead investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Experience in safety training and permit to work programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in plant activities ensuring HSE alignment with company goals.
• Conduct toolbox talks and on-field HSE meetings with staff and contractors.
• Lead on-site HSE training programs to promote safety
• Improve unsafe acts and near-miss reporting; participate in investigations.
• Coordinate and participate in continuous auditing of HSE systems.
• Support health team and post-accident treatment processes.
• Promote permit to work system with operations and maintenance.
• Identify non-compliant or substandard procedures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure PPE availability and compliance; inspect equipment and PPE.
• Record and report all incidents and injuries; support HSE campaigns.
• Assist in risk assessment and control measures with HSE engineers.

Skills

HSE Management

NEBOSH

Auditor

Legal Knowledge

Hazard Risk

Investigation

Firefighting Equipment

First Aid

PPE Knowledge

Spillage Containment

Communication

MS Office

Power Plant Ops

English/Arabic

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

HSE Auditor Certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Email

Job description

Position Job Title HSE OfficerJob location Department Plant Plant Reporting to Plant General Manager HSE Engineer HSE ManagerJob Summary This position is based out of City and is primarily a plant based position providing support to manage and implement HSE management system at the field level by working closely with power Or water plants operations This position will report directly to the HSE Engineer Plant General Manager PM and Corporate HSE Manager

Roles amp ResponsibilitiesS

• 1 Coordinating and actively participating in plant activities while maintaining focus to overall company objectives and consistency through HSE management
• 2 Conducting tool box talks if required HSE awareness session and on-field HSE meetings with staff and contractors
• 3 Leading on-site HSE training programs designed to motivate field personnel
• 4 Improve the unsafe act conditions and Near misses reporting recording and participating in investigations
• 5 Coordinating and participating in the continuous auditing of HSE management systems
• 6 Assisting the Administration and Occupational Health Team and providing support in all aspects of post-accident injury treatment process
• 7 Working with operations and maintenance employees to promote permit to work system and ensure safety of everyone involved in the processes
• 8 Identify non-compliant incomplete or substandard procedures for activities involving employees and or contractors in the plant
• 9 Assisting field staff and contractors in the caring and inspection of their PPE and ensure PPE compliance in the field
• 10 Responsible for recording and reporting of all incidents including employees injuries
• 11 Supporting Corporate HSE programs e g People Based Safety 5S and Zero incident process etc
• 12 Inspections of equipment logbooks and records e g scaffolding ladders cranes tools work equipment power tools etc
• 13 Supporting the HSE incentive program and other promotional programs e g Safety day World environment day or HSE campaigns as announced by Corporate
• 14 Promoting the HSE Observation and Communication programs involving owner and contractors HSE officers
• 15 Inspection of portable fire extinguisher safety eye-wash shower station and keeping their maintenance records if required
• 16 Assisting HSE Engineer in risk assessment process and maintenance of identified control measures
• 17 Offering support to Incident controller as a part of the emergency response team
• 18 Supporting Corporate Environmental programs as required e g waste management plantation spill control etc
• 19 Supporting Corporate Occupational Health Programs e g Get Healthy Stay Healthy Program Stress Management Quit Smoking Programs Diet and Exercise etc
• 20 Conduct walk around checks regularly to monitor HSE controls
• 21 Ensure availability of first aid measures at locations
• 22 Ensure availability of firefighting equipment and inspection of its status
• 23 Collection of environmental deviations and ensure identification implementation of corrective actions
• 24 Coordinate HSE emergency drills and reports
• 25 Ensure work areas continuous monitoring and presence of controls on identified risks
• 26 Provide induction training to new employees visitors and contractors subcontractors
• 27 Ensure the availability of medical facilities and medicines in the ambulance
• 28 Monitor the validity of certification of equipment and operator license
• 29 Perform other HSE duties as assigned time to time

Job Specifications

Educational Desired Degree certificate Preferred NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and SafetyHSE Trained and Certified Auditor from a recognized institute

Minimum Experience Type and duration

Minimum 4 years of direct working experience in the similar capacity Preferable 5 years of relevant working experience within a multi-cultural team

Required Skills

• 1 Awareness of Quality Occupational Health amp Safety and Environment Management system principles
• 2 Knowledge of applicable legal requirements
• 3 Hazard Risk assessment
• 4 Aspect Impact assessment
• 5 Investigating skills
• 6 Knowledge of firefighting equipment
• 7 Knowledge of first aid measures
• 8 Knowledge of PPE and safety equipment
• 9 Knowledge of spillage containment
• 10 Knowledge of handling HSE emergencies
• 11 Knowledge of identification classification and disposal of waste
• 12 Having a good command of English and or Arabic languages
• 13 Field experience on a power and or water plants with a proven excellent safety record
• 14 Possess a working knowledge of power plant operations its equipment practices procedures and applicable local HSE regulations
• 15 Strong verbal and written communication skills
• 16 Familiarity with MS Word Excel Email amp PowerPoint
• 17 Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safety at all times
• 18 Strong desire to support all levels of personnel

Desired certification / Job specific skill / Training

Should be familiar with applicable K S A Health Safety and Environmental legislationsShould be holding a valid driving license of K S A or Willing to get one within 3 months after the completion of his probationary period

Educational Desired Degree certificate Preferred NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and SafetyHSE Trained and Certified Auditor from a recognized institute Minimum Experience(Type and duration) Minimum 4 years of direct working experience in the similar capacity Preferable 5+ years of relevant working experience within a multi-cultural teamRequired Skills 1. Awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety and Environment Management system principles2. Knowledge of applicable legal requirements3. Hazard Risk assessment4. Aspect Impact assessment5. Investigating skills6. Knowledge of firefighting equipment7. Knowledge of first aid measures8. Knowledge of PPE and safety equipment9. Knowledge of spillage containment10. Knowledge of handling HSE emergencies11. Knowledge of identification, classification and disposal of waste12. Having a good command of English and / or Arabic languages. 13. Field experience on a power and/or water plants with a proven excellent safety record.14. Possess a working knowledge of power plant operations its equipment, practices, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations15. Strong verbal and written communication skills.16. Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Email & PowerPoint17. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safety at all times18. Strong desire to support all levels of personnelDesired certification / Job specific skill / Training Should be familiar with applicable K.S.A Health, Safety and Environmental legislationsShould be holding a valid driving license of K.S.A or Willing to get one within 3 months after the completion of his probationary period.