HSE Manager (Arabic Speaker)

Confidential; Dammam; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified HSE Manager to lead Health, Safety, and Environmental programs across project execution. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, NEBOSH certification, and at least 15 years of experience in HSE management, preferably in oil and gas or petrochemical sectors. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to foster a robust safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of HSE management experience in GCC.
• Proven track record in oil & gas or petrochemical projects.
• Hydrocarbon and Petrochemical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and site inspections.
• Report HSE KPIs and performance metrics to senior management.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Integrated management systems development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Engineering

Tools

NEBOSH IGC Level 6

ISO 45001 Lead Auditor

ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

Job description

Job Title: HSE Manager – KSA

Location: KSA

Department: Health, Safety, and Environment

Job Summary:

The HSE Manager is responsible for leading and managing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs across project execution in compliance with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), Aramco, / or any other major petrochemical client and local regulatory requirements. This role ensures robust implementation of HSE management systems, drives company performance, and fosters a strong safety culture throughout the organization and project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce HSE policies, procedures, and standards aligned with SEC, Aramco, and international regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi legal requirements and client-specific HSE standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and site inspections; implement corrective actions promptly.
• Review contractors’ HSE plans, risk assessments, and method statements before work commencement.
• Perform internal and external HSE audits; maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.
• Report HSE KPIs and performance metrics to senior management; recommend continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and deliver HSE training programs for employees, sub-contractors, and site personnel.
• Promote Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs and initiatives to strengthen safety culture.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and ensure corrective/preventive actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients representatives, contractors, and regulatory authorities to meet all safety obligations.
• Monitor and guide site HSE teams to ensure compliance and effective implementation of HSE measures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Engineering or related technical field.
• Certifications:
• Diploma in NEBOSH IGC Level 6 or equivalent.
• ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
• Major GCC client HSE certification/approval
• Experience:
• Minimum 15 years of HSE management experience in GCC, with proven track record in oil & gas, or petrochemical projects.
• Hydrocarbon and Petrochemical experience is preferred
• Skills:
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement integrated management systems (IMS) for ISO standards.