HSE Specialist - Project Safety Assurance

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 179,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an HSE Specialist - Project Safety Assurance to support project HSSE leadership, focusing on field safety, contractor coordination, data analysis, and reporting to strengthen compliance and reduce risk across major projects.

Ideal candidate has 8+ years HSE experience, NEBOSH IGC, and IOSH/IIRSM membership, with strong English and MS Office proficiency; Saudi project experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of HSE experience, including 2 years in a comparable specialist role.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia on major projects; working with contractors and Client coordination.
• NEBOSH IGC required; professional membership such as IOSH or IIRSM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of project HSE policies, procedures, Client requirements, and approved safety management processes.
• Demonstrate safe personal behavior and act as a visible HSE representative across project activities.
• Collect, verify, organize, and analyze Contractor HSE data for timely management review.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports, statistics, summaries, and performance information for the Client.
• Monitor Contractor HSE deliverables and ensure documents are prepared, reviewed, and implemented.
• Follow up actions arising from SORs, abnormal events, audits, and inspections.
• Track corrective and preventive actions and elevate overdue safety matters.
• Deliver HSE orientation sessions for new employees, visitors, and others.

Skills

HSE Management

Project Safety Assurance

Construction HSE

Contractor HSE Management

HSE Reporting

HSE Statistics

Safety Performance Monitoring

HSE Data Analysis

Contractor Compliance

Safety Audits

Compliance Inspections

Corrective Action Tracking

SOR Close-Out

Incident Investigation

Near-Miss Investigation

First Aid Case Review

Injury Reporting

Loss Reporting

HSE Risk Assessment

Office Risk Assessment

Safety Inspections

HSE Orientation

HSE Awareness Training

Contractor HSE Meetings

Client Coordination

HSE Documentation

Safety Performance Trends

HSE Assurance

NEBOSH IGC

IOSH

IIRSM

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Technical Reporting

Data Gathering

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

NEBOSH IGC

IOSH membership

IIRSM membership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Snapshot

HSE Specialist - Project Safety Assurance Job Snapshot Role: HSE Specialist - Project Safety Assurance Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Construction Function: Environmental Health & Safety Services Experience: Minimum 8 years Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia City: Riyadh Industry: Construction Function: Environmental Health & Safety Services Salary: 16000-24000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The HSE Specialist will support the Project HSSE Director and HSSE Manager by providing reliable safety assurance across project activities and contractor operations. The position combines field monitoring, contractor coordination, HSE data analysis, reporting, training, incident support, corrective action follow-up. By maintaining accurate visibility of project safety performance and ensuring unresolved issues are actively managed, the specialist will help reduce risk exposure and strengthen compliance with Parsons and Client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of project HSE policies, procedures, Client requirements, and approved safety management processes.
• Demonstrate safe personal behavior and act as a visible HSE representative across project activities.
• Collect, verify, organize, and analyze Contractor HSE data for timely management review.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports, statistics, summaries, and performance information on behalf of the Client.
• Monitor Contractor HSE deliverables and verify that required documents are prepared, reviewed, approved, and implemented.
• Follow up Contractor HSE Managers on outstanding close-out actions arising from SORs, abnormal events, audits, and compliance inspections.
• Track corrective and preventive actions and elevate overdue or unresolved safety matters where necessary.
• Conduct monthly office inspections and office risk assessments.
• Participate in planned HSE assurance activities covering project offices and operational work areas.
• Organise and attend Contractor HSE meetings and prepare accurate minutes, decisions, and action records.
• Coordinate follow-up actions arising from safety meetings and management reviews.
• Deliver HSE orientation sessions for new employees, visitors, and other personnel as required.
• Conduct or support HSE awareness training for Parsons, Contractors, and Client personnel.
• Support incident and near‑miss investigations by gathering relevant information, records, and evidence.
• Review first aid cases, near misses, injuries, property damage, losses, and other HSE events.
• Analyze project HSE trends and highlight adverse performance requiring management attention.
• Liaise professionally with Client representatives on HSE matters, concerns, reports, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Contractor HSE teams, and supervisors regarding identified safety deficiencies.
• Support corrective action where project conditions or work practices present unacceptable risks to personnel.
• Review Contractor HSE statistics for completeness, accuracy, and consistency before submission.
• Maintain records of HSE observations, audit findings, action close‑outs, and compliance status.
• Support internal and external HSE audits by providing required documentation and evidence.
• Participate in safety inspections, assurance reviews, compliance checks, and management walkthroughs.
• Prepare HSE presentations and performance summaries for project and Client meetings.
• Maintain accurate filing and traceability of HSE reports, statistics, meeting records, and supporting documentation.
• Support improvement of HSE reporting methods and data quality across Contractor submissions.
• Monitor recurring HSE issues and help identify appropriate preventive measures.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across Parsons, Contractor, and Client teams.
• Work independently where required while maintaining clear communication with HSSE leadership.
• Provide flexible HSE coverage during shift, weekend, or extended working arrangements when project activities require additional support.
• Support lessons learned and continuous improvement activities arising from incidents, audits, and project experience.

Ideal Profile

The position requires a minimum of 8 years of HSE experience, including at least 2 years in a comparable specialist role. Candidates must have practical experience working in Saudi Arabia and should understand the expectations, working environment, and contractor coordination requirements associated with major projects in the Kingdom. NEBOSH IGC is required, together with professional membership such as IOSH or IIRSM. The successful professional should have strong report writing, data gathering, analytical, and organizational capability and must be able to work independently with limited supervision when required. Strong English communication skills are important because the position involves Client interaction, Contractor coordination, HSE meetings, reporting, presentations, and incident documentation. Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is expected, particularly for HSE statistics, management reports, presentations, action tracking, and performance analysis.

Skills Set

• HSE Management
• Project Safety Assurance
• Construction HSE
• Contractor HSE Management
• HSE Reporting
• HSE Statistics
• Safety Performance Monitoring
• HSE Data Analysis
• Contractor Compliance
• Safety Audits
• Compliance Inspections
• Corrective Action Tracking
• SOR Close-Out
• Incident Investigation
• Near-Miss Investigation
• First Aid Case Review
• Injury Reporting
• Loss Reporting
• HSE Risk Assessment
• Office Risk Assessment
• Safety Inspections
• HSE Orientation
• HSE Awareness Training
• Contractor HSE Meetings
• Client Coordination
• HSE Documentation
• Safety Performance Trends
• HSE Assurance
• NEBOSH IGC
• IOSH
• IIRSM
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Technical Reporting
• Data Gathering
• Stakeholder Coordination

Why Join Us

Riyadh 's continuing expansion in major infrastructure and development projects is creating sustained demand for HSE professionals who combine field awareness with strong reporting, contractor assurance, and Client coordination skills. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior HSSE leadership while strengthening expertise in performance monitoring, audits, incident support, corrective action management, and project-wide safety governance.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, construction management, and program management services for major developments in Saudi Arabia and international markets. Its multidisciplinary teams integrate HSE, engineering, construction, quality, and project controls to support safe, compliant, and reliable project delivery.