LOTO Coordinator / Manager

Fisia Italimpianti Societa per Azioni Branch Co.; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company seeks a Safety Manager to develop and oversee the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program at their desalination plant in Saudi Arabia. This role involves ensuring compliance with industry safety standards, training personnel on LOTO procedures, and conducting audits to promote a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in industrial safety management and a relevant Bachelor's degree. Certifications in safety management are preferred, and fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant field is preferred.
• Certifications in Lockout/Tagout or Industrial Safety are a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in industrial safety management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement LOTO program aligned with safety standards.
• Monitor and audit LOTO activities for compliance.
• Design and deliver training programs on LOTO procedures.

Skills

LOTO Program Management

Safety Compliance

Training & Development

Incident Investigation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

Lockout/Tagout Devices

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• LOTO Program Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive LOTO program that aligns with industry best practices, safety standards, and legal regulations (e.g., OSHA standards, local safety regulations).
• Establish and continuously update detailed LOTO procedures for all types of equipment and machinery used at the desalination plant.
• Ensure the LOTO program covers all aspects of energy control, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, chemical, and gravitational energy.

Training and Awareness: Design and deliver LOTO training programs for all plant personnel, including operators, maintenance workers, contractors, and any other relevant staff.

• Conduct regular refresher training and competency assessments to ensure compliance with the LOTO program.
• Provide training on proper lockout/tagout techniques, energy isolation, and safety awareness related to maintenance activities.
• Maintain training records and certifications for all employees involved in LOTO procedures.

Supervision and Compliance: Monitor and oversee LOTO activities to ensure compliance with the established procedures during plant maintenance, repair, or service work.

• Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify that LOTO procedures are being followed properly and identify any potential gaps or safety risks.
• Lead LOTO-related safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide guidance and support to operators and maintenance personnel on proper energy isolation methods.

Equipment and Lockout/Tagout Devices: Ensure that the necessary lockout/tagout devices, including locks, tags, hasps, and energy isolation devices, are available, maintained, and in good condition.

• Collaborate with procurement and maintenance teams to ensure that LOTO equipment is properly stocked and that spare parts are available when required.
• Regularly inspect and verify the integrity and effectiveness of the LOTO devices used on-site.

Incident Investigation and Reporting: Investigate any LOTO-related incidents, near misses, or breaches, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

• Analyze trends in LOTO-related safety data and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in safety practices.
• Ensure that LOTO-related incidents are reported accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with the company’s incident reporting protocols.

Collaboration with Other Departments: Work closely with the operations, maintenance, and HSE teams to ensure coordination and integration of the LOTO program within the overall safety management system.

• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure that LOTO requirements are included in all project planning and execution phases.
• Support the management of contractors to ensure that they comply with the LOTO procedures during their activities on-site.

Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date with the latest LOTO standards, best practices, and regulations and continuously improve the LOTO program to ensure the highest level of safety.

• Recommend improvements to equipment design or operating procedures that would reduce the need for lockout/tagout, thereby enhancing overall operational safety and efficiency.

Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all LOTO-related activities, including training, audits, inspections, and corrective actions.

• Ensure that LOTO procedures, training materials, and compliance documents are properly stored and easily accessible for review during inspections or audits.

Emergency Response and Support: Provide expertise and support during emergency situations, particularly if LOTO procedures need to be implemented rapidly in response to unplanned shutdowns, accidents, or maintenance emergencies.

• Ensure that LOTO procedures are followed during emergency maintenance operations to protect workers from accidental energization.

Skills and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field (preferred).

• Certifications in Lockout/Tagout procedures or Industrial Safety (e.g., LOTO, OSHA, NEBOSH, etc.) are a significant advantage.

Experience: At least 5 - 7 years of experience in an industrial setting, with a focus on safety management and energy isolation procedures.

• Experience in the water treatment, desalination, or energy-intensive industries is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in managing a Lockout/Tagout program in a large-scale facility, preferably in the utility, manufacturing, or industrial sector.
• Good knowledge of English language (spoken and written) is mandatory