Safety Officer

Energy and Infrastructure Company; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment at HV substation sites. The ideal candidate will implement HSE plans, enforce safety rules, and conduct safety training. Strong knowledge of construction HSE practices and a safety certificate in Saudi Arabia are essential. This role demands excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle safety incidents professionally.

Qualifications

• Fluent communication skills in English.
• Safety certificate prevailing in Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of construction HSE practices, especially HV environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Project HSE Plan and client safety requirements.
• Prepare the project safety control scheme and inspect the safety construction.
• Participate in daily inspection and evaluation of the safety situation.
• Investigate and handle safety accidents, providing timely reports.
• Organize safety training and ensure the use of PPE.
• Liaise with client HSE representatives and authorities.

Skills

Fluent communication skills in English

Strong knowledge of construction HSE practices

Incident investigation and reporting capability

Good teamwork sense

Education

Safety certificate prevailing in Saudi Arabia

Job description

Overview

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment at the HV substation site by implementing project HSE plans, enforcing safety rules, and promoting a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

1. Implement the Project HSE Plan and client safety requirements.
2. Based on the project design document, execution scheme and project safety criteria, prepare the project safety control scheme and inspect the safety construction accordingly.
3. Participate in fieldwork for site daily inspection and evaluation of the safety situation.
4. Investigate and report the safety problems in a timely manner as per the regulations.
5. Investigate and handle the safety accident, and provide the investigation report timely.
6. Record the site safety situation strictly, and submit the safety inspection report timely.
7. Regularly organize the safety overhaul and safety training.
8. Ensure proper use of PPE and safety equipment.
9. Investigate and report incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts.
10. Coordinate with Site Manager to control high-risk activities.
11. Conduct HSE induction and training for all site personnel.
12. Maintain HSE records, reports, and statistics.
13. Liaise with client HSE representatives and authorities when required.

Requirements

Special training, technology use and language skills:

1. Fluent communication skills in English
2. A safety certificate prevailing in Saudi Arabia.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Strong knowledge of construction HSE practices, especially HV environments.
2. Experience in live substation / high-risk works (preferred).
3. Ability to enforce safety rules firmly but professionally.
4. Knowledge of Saudi HSE regulations and utility safety standards.
5. Incident investigation and reporting capability.
6. Good teamwork sense and active in work.
7. High responsibility, sense, and professional attitude.
8. Excellent at organization and coordination.