Onsite Energy Storage Safety Lead

BYD; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD is seeking a qualified HSE professional to install, commission, and maintain energy storage systems on site in Tabuk. The role emphasizes on-site safety, rapid issue resolution, and collaboration with technical support and R&D to feedback field findings.

You will lead safety inspections, enforce NFPA 70E/OSHA standards, conduct risk assessments, training, and incident investigations, with travel and flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Occupational Health & Safety, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of HSE experience, preferably in renewable energy, BESS, power plants, solar PV, or electrical projects.
• Experience in BESS projects and understanding safety risks with Battery Systems, PCS, MV Skids, EMS, and HV/MV systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, commissioning, repair, and maintenance of energy storage systems on site.
• Address on-site technical issues quickly to ensure reliable operation; feedback to support and R&D.
• Provide technical support to customers and deliver necessary training; handle after-sales follow-up.
• Conduct site inspections; enforce NFPA 70E/OSHA; maintain grounding; apply EH&S plans and SOPs.
• Perform hazard recognition and risk reviews; document corrective actions; check fire and gas systems.
• Prepare daily safety inspection reports; update safety procedures; document safety meetings and PPE records.
• Lead incident investigations and CAPA; conduct emergency drills; coordinate with Grid Control Center.
• Deliver safety induction and refresher training; promote safety awareness across departments.
• Willingness to travel frequently and adapt to flexible working hours per site needs.

Skills

HSE experience

BESS / energy storage

Renewable energy experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Occupational Health & Safety, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

BYD is seeking a qualified HSE professional to install, commission, and maintain energy storage systems on site in Tabuk. The role emphasizes on-site safety, rapid issue resolution, and collaboration with technical support and R&D to feedback field findings.

You will lead safety inspections, enforce NFPA 70E/OSHA standards, conduct risk assessments, training, and incident investigations, with travel and flexible hours as needed.