HSE Manager(PMO)

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an HSE Manager for its PMO program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is pivotal in overseeing health, safety, and environmental standards within construction, requiring extensive experience and qualifications in HSE. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to promoting safety culture.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in HSE within construction; minimum 5 years in senior roles.
• Internal/external auditing qualification and environmental qualifications are essential.
• Chartered Member of a professional body (IOSH, IIRSM, SocEnv) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE efforts across projects; ensure legal compliance.
• Monitor HSE performance using KPIs and manage HSE risks.
• Provide training and advice on HSE requirements.

Skills

Risk Management

Auditing

Leadership

Communication

Education

BSc / MSc in Health and Safety

Environmental Qualification (IEMA, NEBOSH)

Job description

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

Qualifications

• Hold a BSc / MSc or equivalent health and safety qualification
• At least 15 years’ experience in the field of HSE within the construction sector, with at least 5 years in a senior HSE role working closely with leadership teams
• At least 5 years’ experience working in the Middle East – Essential
• Hold an environmental qualification such as IEMA, NEBOSH Environmental Diploma or equivalent
• Have an internal/external auditing qualification, ISO 45001, 14001 or 9001
• Chartered Member of a professional body such as IOSH, IIRSM, or SocEnv

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Responsibilities

• Lead HSE efforts across projects, attend meetings with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and organizational obligations.
• Support the Program Director to meet all HSE obligations and ensure Project Managers and consultants fulfill their HSE responsibilities.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders—including clients, PMO, PMC, CSC, and contractors—to maintain consistency and compliance.
• Identify, communicate, and manage HSE risks across all projects.
• Implement the organization's HSE management system within the PMO framework to safeguard staff and stakeholders.
• Promote a positive health, safety, environment, quality, and wellbeing culture aligned with the PMO’s governance and risk strategies.
• Develop awareness campaigns and initiatives to proactively manage HSE risks.
• Drive the Zero Harm vision, mitigating fatal risks and preventing incidents.
• Monitor HSE performance using KPIs, analyze trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training and expert advice to project teams on HSE requirements.
• Manage HSE resources effectively across the portfolio.
• Oversee audits and inspections to ensure compliance with policies and contractual obligations.
• Identify and recommend improvements in HSE practices for continual enhancement.