Senior Director - Health & Safety

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Health & Safety to lead the development and execution of comprehensive health and safety strategies. This pivotal role involves conducting risk assessments, managing incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of safety across all projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in health and safety management, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to influence at all organizational levels. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact on the safety and well-being of all stakeholders involved.

Qualifications

• 15-18 years of experience in health and safety management in large-scale projects.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety strategies and policies to achieve organizational goals.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage incident investigations for safety improvement.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

NEBOSH Certification

IOSH Certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and execution of health and safety strategies, policies, and procedures to achieve organizational goals.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and hazards identification to mitigate potential risks to health and safety.
• Oversee the development and delivery of training programs to cultivate a culture of safety awareness across all levels of the organization.
• Manage incident investigations, analyzing data to identify trends and implementing corrective measures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Act as a primary liaison with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Monitor health and safety performance metrics and report findings to executive leadership, providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Champion best practices in health and safety across all projects and departments.
• Support project managers in integrating health and safety strategies into all phases of project delivery.
• Stay current on industry developments, regulations, and technologies to promote innovative safety solutions.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Safety Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• At least 15-18 years of relevant experience in health and safety management, specifically in large-scale project environments.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective health and safety programs and initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills; ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional certifications in health and safety (NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Capability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Company Industry

• Entertainment
• Recreation
• Theme Parks

Department / Functional Area

• HSE (Health and Safety)

Keywords

• Senior Director - Health & Safety