HSE Manager

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced HSE Manager for an ongoing project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will drive HSE cultural performance, manage compliance, and lead the development of safety protocols across projects. With over 10 years of specific field experience within construction, the ideal candidate will hold relevant health and safety qualifications and be a chartered member of a recognized professional body.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in HSE within construction.
• At least 5 years in the Middle East.
• Chartered member of IOSH, IIRSM, or SocEnv.

Responsibilities

• Drive a proactive HSE culture.
• Lead HSE Management System development.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits.

Skills

Safety Management

Risk Assessment

HSE Compliance

Project Management

Education

BSc / MSc or equivalent health and safety qualification

IEMA, NEBOSH Environmental Diploma qualification or equivalent

Internal/External Auditing Qualification (ISO 45001, 14001, or 9001)

Job description

We are looking for a HSE Manager to join an ongoing project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in the field of HSE within the construction sector.
• At least 5 years’ previous experience working in the Middle East.
• A track record of successfully managing HSE matters on infrastructure projects.
• A BSc / MSc or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• An IEMA, NEBOSH Environmental Diploma qualification or equivalent.
• Ideally, hold an internal/external auditing qualification, ISO 45001, 14001, or 9001.
• A chartered and active member of a professional body such as IOSH, IIRSM, or SocEnv.

Responsibilities

1. Drive a proactive, best-in-class HSE culture and performance by developing strategies to address key HSE risks, ensure regulatory and customer compliance, and enhance personal safety, driving, and environmental performance.
2. Lead and oversee the development, review, implementation, and governance of the HSE Management System, including policies, procedures, training, audits, and reporting requirements.
3. Work closely with the Client representative and Senior Leadership team to implement industry-leading HSE tools, programs, and initiatives, and establish action plans to achieve HSE objectives and targets.
4. Collaborate with management to plan and implement a safety protocol budget.
5. Oversee project operations and identify opportunities to improve safety regulations.
6. Perform safety audits and inspect work areas and jobsites to identify safety issues.
7. Conduct risk assessments to minimize workplace accidents, occupational illnesses, or health hazards.
8. Prepare safety reports and present findings to management.
9. Lead investigations of HSE-related incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
10. Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure best practices in HSE.
11. Promote a positive health, safety, and well-being culture.
12. Manage and improve the HSE Management System in accordance with ISO 45001 and 14001 to maintain accreditation and compliance.
13. Review and challenge HSE practices to ensure they meet stakeholder needs and are effectively implemented.
14. Develop and deliver health, safety, environment, and well-being strategies tailored to the project and stakeholder needs.