Safety Officer (Producing Safety & Environment) (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy sector company in Riyadh is seeking a Safety Officer to ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in safety operations, particularly in the Oil & Gas industry, and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline. This role will involve conducting safety inspections, managing the Safety Management System, and leading training programs. Strong communication skills and leadership abilities are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in safety operations, specifically in Oil & Gas.
• Minimum of 7 years in Oil & Gas producing facilities projects.
• Proven expertise in Permit-to-Work systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
• Perform job site compliance inspections.
• Develop safety protocols for construction sites.

Skills

Safety compliance programs

Process Safety Management principles

HAZOP or Bowtie Analysis

Strong English communication skills

Incident investigation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

International safety certification (NEBOSCH IGC or IOSH)

Job description

Eram Talent is looking for a Safety Officer with a specialization in Producing Safety & Environment to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring that all safety protocols and environmental regulations are followed within our operations, particularly in the Oil & Energy sector.

Responsibilities

• As a Field Compliance Coordinator your primary role is to ensure a safe and compliant working environment while driving continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with the client's corporate safety standards.
• Perform job site compliance inspections, including : evaluations of Safe Work Practices (SWP) such as; Work Permit System (WPS), Confined Space Entry, and hazard analyses.
• Develop and implement protocols for construction sites and field operations to address risks and improve safety.
• Design and implement controls for identified hazards, including : Lockout / Tagout procedures and other mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate and update hazard control systems to align with industry best practices and reduce workplace incidents.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of the Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring systematic identification, assessment, and mitigation of safety risks.
• Review and update the Safety Management System (SMS) framework to enhance its effectiveness and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Prepare safety orientations and educational materials for employees and contractors.
• Analyze injury, property damage, and loss statistics to identify trends and underlying causes.
• Recommend essential safety requirements for purchasing and contracting actions, ensuring compliance with corporate standards.
• Monitor adherence to safety policies and procedures among employees and contractors.
• Support management in monitoring and enforcing compliance with department safety and environmental programs.

Requirements

• The successful candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, HSE, Science, Industrial, or in a related discipline from an accredited entity or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience related to safety operations, Oil & Gas industry with minimum of 7 years in Oil & Gas producing facilities projects preferably in MENA region.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and experience conducting Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) using techniques such as : HAZOP or Bowtie Analysis.
• Proven expertise in safety compliance programs, including : Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems, and Lockout / Tagout (LOTO).
• Ability to develop and deliver specialized safety training programs and conduct job site compliance inspections..
• Should hold International safety certification NEBOSCH IGC or IOSH or equivalent.
• Strong technical expertise & held a valid certification in the area of Incident investigation, hazard identification, risk management, emergency preparedness & response, and safety management systems.
• Should have demonstrated leadership skills, excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written), computer skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Must have the ability to work in a multicultural environment and the drive to overcome significant challenges.