HSE Specialist (Saudi Nationals)

National Oilwell Varco; Dammam; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Dammam is seeking an HSE Specialist to ensure workplace safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and relevant certifications including NEBOSH IGC. Responsibilities include implementing and managing safety protocols, conducting inspections, and maintaining safety documentation. Excellent communication skills in English are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an HSE Specialist or similar role.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing industry is an important asset.
• Excellent English language skills both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support in the development of HSE 360 programs.
• Maintain and update HSE documentation and records.
• Perform HSE inspections and hazard assessments.

Skills

HSE Program Implementation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

NEBOSH IGC 1+2

ISO 45001 Certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The HSE Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety of individuals and the environment by assisting in the implementation and monitoring of HSE 360 programs and practices. He/She will work closely with the HSE Manager to identify and assess potential hazards, develop safety protocols, and educate staff on safe work practices.

Responsibilities / Accountability & Authority

• Coordinate and support in the development and implementation of HSE 360 programs and policies.


• Maintain and update HSE documentation and records.


• Perform HSE inspections and hazard assessments of facilities and equipment.


• Investigate and report HSE incidents and violations.


• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence positive change.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and incident investigation techniques.


• Provide administrative support to the health, Safety, and environment department.


• Coordinate and ensure document management and data entry of HSE files under various information systems as part of the ISO 45001 certifications.


• Regularly ensure updates are made to the HSE files.


• Plan, coordinate, and monitor HSE activities.


• Provide logistics and follow the schedules of HSE activities: training, internal and external audit, internal / external inspection, HSE Management Review, etc.


• Update of HSE performance and compliance indicators.


• Any other related tasks as required by management.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an HSE Specialist or similar role.


• NEBOSH IGC 1+2 – OSHA or IOSH Managing Safely. ISO 45001 or equivalent certificates.


• Knowledge of the manufacturing industry (an important asset).


• Mastering of the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).


• Is professional, resourceful, autonomous, and discreet.


• Demonstrates an excellent team spirit and is task focused.


• Capable of multitasking and handling several files at once while prioritizing them.


• Demonstrates good judgement and a good sense of analysis.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and capable of communicating effectively with a wide range of individuals.


• Excellent English language both written and spoken.