Safety Specialist

Janikin Energy; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Senior Safety/Technical Consultant to enhance industrial safety across oil & gas, petrochemical, and utilities sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in compliance with safety standards and regulations. This role involves developing safety systems, conducting audits, and providing technical leadership. Competitive salary with growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in industrial HSE (oil & gas, petrochemicals, utilities).
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP, CFPS, ISO Lead Auditor) are an advantage.
• Excellent communication and client-facing consultancy skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead audits, inspections, and safety assessments across complex industrial sites.
• Conduct incident investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA).

Skills

Industrial safety expertise

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Incident investigation

Technical consultancy skills

Safety culture improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Occupational Safety

Tools

Statistical analysis software

HSE management systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Safety/Technical Consultant with a proven track record in industrial safety across oil & gas, petrochemical, and utilities sectors. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of expertise in developing and implementing safety systems, driving compliance with NFPA, API, OSHA, HCIS, and ISMS standards, and providing technical leadership on high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead audits, inspections, and safety assessments across complex industrial sites.
• Conduct incident investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA), driving corrective actions.
• Design, monitor, and report HSE performance KPIs.
• Interpret and apply KSA Civil Defense, HCIS, GOSI and other regional regulations.
• Provide technical consultancy on fire protection, process safety, and risk management.
• Support clients in achieving regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in safety culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in industrial HSE (oil & gas, petrochemicals, utilities).
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA, API, OSHA, HCIS, ISMS frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in incident investigation, audits, and KPI design.
• Strong experience liaising with regulatory authorities (KSA Civil Defense, HCIS, GOSI).
• Excellent communication and client-facing consultancy skills.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP, CFPS, ISO Lead Auditor) are an advantage.