Senior H&S Engineer

Snc-Lavalin; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Health & Safety Engineer to oversee the Health and Safety Management System during major building and hospitality construction. You will ensure regulatory compliance, lead safety programs, and promote a proactive culture on site.

The role requires extensive safety management experience, NEBOSH qualifications, and strong leadership in coordinating with clients, contractors, and regulators to safeguard project operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or safety-related field.
• Professional qualification in Health and Safety Management required.
• NEBOSH Diploma or IGC highly desirable.
• ISO 45001 auditing certification preferred.
• Membership in a recognized safety body advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Health & Safety Management System for the project.
• Ensure contractor compliance with safety plans and regulatory obligations.
• Promote proactive safety culture with project teams and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits.
• Monitor safety performance and prepare weekly/monthly reports.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, and regulators on HSE matters.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

HSE regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Occupational Health & Safety / Environmental Engineering

Professional qualification in Health and Safety Management

NEBOSH International Diploma or NEBOSH IGC

Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor ISO 45001

Registration with health and safety professional body (advantageous)

Tools

HSE management software

Microsoft Office

HSE Management Systems

Job description

Job Description Overview

The Senior Health & Safety Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and monitoring of health and safety requirements during the construction phase of major building and hospitality developments. The role ensures compliance with project HSE standards, Saudi Arabian regulations, and international best practices while supporting the creation of a safe working environment for all personnel on site.

Your role Health & Safety Management

Implement and maintain the project Health and Safety Management System in accordance with project requirements. Ensure contractors comply with approved health and safety plans, procedures, and regulatory obligations. Promote a proactive safety culture through continuous engagement with project teams and contractors. Monitor safety performance indicators and recommend improvements to enhance site safety. Support the development and implementation of safety initiatives and awareness campaigns.

Site Safety Monitoring and Compliance

Conduct routine safety inspections of work areas, equipment, access routes, and temporary facilities. Verify compliance with safe work practices for high-risk activities including work at height, lifting operations, excavation, and confined space entry. Monitor the use of personal protective equipment and implementation of site safety controls. Ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly for identified safety observations and violations. Participate in regulatory inspections and ensure compliance with local authority requirements.

Risk Assessment and Incident Management

Review risk assessments, job hazard analyses, and permit-to-work systems for construction activities. Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to identify root causes and corrective actions. Monitor implementation of corrective and preventive measures following incidents and audits. Maintain records of incidents, investigations, and safety performance statistics. Identify emerging risks and provide recommendations to prevent potential safety incidents.

Training and Awareness

Conduct health and safety inductions for project personnel and visitors as required. Support the delivery of toolbox talks, safety briefings, and specialized safety awareness programs. Monitor contractor training programs to ensure workforce competency and compliance. Promote workforce engagement through safety campaigns and behavioral safety initiatives. Provide guidance and coaching to supervision teams on effective health and safety practices.

Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate with Client representatives, Resident Engineers, contractors, and regulatory authorities on HSE matters. Participate in project meetings and provide updates on safety performance and compliance status. Collaborate with environmental, quality, and construction teams to ensure integrated project compliance. Support contractor safety teams in implementing project-specific HSE requirements. Assist project leadership in resolving health and safety concerns affecting project operations.

Reporting and Documentation

Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports covering inspections, incidents, audits, and safety performance trends. Maintain records of inspections, permits, training activities, incident investigations, and corrective actions. Review contractor safety reports and verify the accuracy of submitted data. Track key safety performance indicators and communicate findings to project management. Ensure HSE documentation is properly controlled, maintained, and available for audits and reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification in Health and Safety Management is required.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or NEBOSH IGC certification is highly desirable.
• Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor certification in ISO 45001 is preferred.
• Membership in a recognized health and safety professional body is advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 10-15 years of professional experience in construction health and safety management.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in site supervision consultancy, engineering consultancy, or major construction projects.
• Proven experience on large-scale building developments, convention centers, hotels, resorts, and mixed-use developments.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety compliance for complex and high-risk construction activities.
• Previous GCC experience, preferably within Saudi Arabia, is highly preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety requirements, hazard identification, and risk management methodologies.
• Experience conducting HSE inspections, audits, incident investigations, and compliance assessments.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001, HSE Management Systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, reporting tools, and HSE management software.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety excellence.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and fast-paced project environments.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.