HSE Specialist

Hempel; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global coatings company is seeking an HSE Officer in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety practices, lead HSE initiatives, and collaborate with teams to enhance occupational safety and environmental performance. A Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering and 1-3 years of experience in HSE roles within a manufacturing setting are required. The position needs fluency in both English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in health, safety, and environmental roles.
• Practical experience in auditing ISO management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide HSE guidance and operational support.
• Lead the execution of Safety Excellence program.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Safety Engineering

HSE certifications (NEBOSH IGC)

ISO 9001 knowledge

ISO 14001 knowledge

ISO 45001 knowledge

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Power BI

Bilingual (English and Arabic)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

An ownership that boosts our impact
Here a chance to make your career matter twice. As majority owned by the charitable Hempel Foundation, we promise that your hard work and dedication also contributes to a greater purpose.

At Hempel we focus on what matters the most. Being owned by a charitable foundation sets us free to perform and do better. It inspires and motivates to be successful and contributing to a greater purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HSE guidance and operational support to ensure safe practices have been followed across Jeddah factory operations.
• Lead the execution of Safety Excellence program and report performances to the HSE Team Leader.
• Collaborate with HSE team members to ensure effective implementation of safety and sustainability projects.
• Assist in planning and delivering site-wide HSE campaigns to enhance awareness and engagement.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE management system procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs focused on operational safety and environmental performance.
• Promote and facilitate the use of the Hempel Assure platform for proactive HSE observation reporting.
• Conduct risk assessments and support the implementation of appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Lead and participate in structured problem‑solving workshops to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Organise monthly sustainability meetings and communicate progress, challenges and action plans across teams.
• Monitor HSE compliance during night shift operations and ensure timely resolution of any deviations.
• Support waste management efforts and drive sustainability initiatives aligned with site objectives.
• Provide HSE guidance to contractors and vendors ensuring strict adherence to Permit‑to‑Work protocols.
• Coordinate with internal services and security teams to monitor site safety and compile accurate reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or any other engineering field with globally recognised HSE certifications (NEBOSH IGC).
• 1 to 3 years of proven experience in health, safety and environmental roles within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems with practical experience in auditing and implementation.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and solid understanding of SharePoint, Power BI and Hempel Assure or similar HSE reporting platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organisation.

Application

To apply for this position please submit your application letter with a CV in English via the link no later than the 30-Sep-2025.

Please note that the interviews will take place 1‑2 weeks after the application deadline and you may want to pencil this time in your diary to avoid any holiday clashes.

Location and Reporting

This role will be based in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and reports into the HSE Team Leader.