HSE Lead - sites

Hitachi; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking an HSE Lead to oversee health and safety initiatives in Dammam. The role involves managing a team, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in HSE management and hold certifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH. Join a dedicated team committed to a safe workplace.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ HSE experience in the industry for projects and service operations.
• 3-5 years’ supervisory experience.
• Certification in HSE audit.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead HSE team for implementation of HSE initiatives.
• Conduct HSE inspections, audits, and ensure compliance.
• Develop and manage HSE awareness campaigns.

Skills

Communication in Arabic and English

Leadership

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of HSE laws and regulations

Education

Diploma in Safety Management or equivalent

NEBOSH/IOSH Certification

Job description

Location:

Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Job ID:

R0094081

Date Posted:

2025-05-26

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

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You as a HSE Lead for sites will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of a comprehensive HSE program and related management systems for sites. Serve as a technical expert and resource in HSE matters and serve as the leader/resource in the assigned areas of responsibility. Manage the HSE systems, policies, processes, programs and compliance with all projects.

Your responsibilities

• Manage and lead the HSE team to the overall administration and implementation of HSE
• Initiatives, programs and procedures.
• Participate in the development and implementation of operational risk assessments to help in identifying & mitigating hazards for critical activities.
• Carry out or arrange workplace HSE inspections and audits and ensure that any remedial recommendations are implemented.
• Audit subcontractors for compliance with HSE systems and procedures.
• Maintain accident statistics, analyses trends and propose and take remedial actions where necessary.
• Support and guide the site team in establishing and processing HSE initiatives, programs and procedures.
• Ensure that company HSE policies, procedures, regulations and objectives are effectively implemented.
• Foster continuous improvement of existing HSE Management Systems through sharing of best practices.
• Monitor HSE Performance of Subcontractors and ensure contractual and other relevant requirements are satisfied adequately.
• Assist with investigation of accidents, incidents (including ‘near misses) and dangerous occurrences and make recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and manage HSE awareness campaigns.
• Ensure that all critical activities are risk assessed, and control measures are applied before execution.
• Identify HSE training needs for subordinates.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• Diploma in Safety Management (Dip) and/or NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent.
• Certification in HSE audit.
• 5 years’ HSE experience in the industry for projects and service operations.
• 3-5 years’ supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of local & international HSE laws and regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both oral and written Arabic and English.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple service projects.
• Ability to operate effectively in a multinational work environment.
• Excellent leadership, command and control skills.

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