Senior HSE & Compliance Leader – KSA

Atkins Realis Group

Medina

On-site

SAR 446,000 - 725,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

AtkinsR alis is seeking an experienced and proactive HSE Manager to lead Health Safety and Environmental activities across its operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Reporting to the Regional HSE leadership, you will implement and maintain HSE standards and foster a strong safety culture across offices, projects, accommodations and transport.

You will collaborate with project, logistics and client stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in health, safety, wellbeing and environmental

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
Professional HSE certifications such as NEBOSH International Diploma/IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent.
Minimum 15+ years of HSE experience, preferably within engineering, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.
Strong knowledge of KSA HSE regulations, international safety standards, and industry best practices.
Experience implementing and managing HSE Management Systems within large organizations.
Proven track record in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and compliance reviews.
Experience managing HSE requirements related to accommodations, transportation, and driving safety programs.
Strong understanding of ISO standards, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to develop and deliver engaging HSE training programs.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Proficiency in HSE reporting systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to influence and engage personnel at all organizational levels.
Fluency in English; Arabic language skills would be an advantage.
Willingness to travel within KSA to support offices and project locations as required.

Responsibilities

Provide HSE leadership guidance, technical expertise, and oversight for all AtkinsR alis operations and activities within KSA.
Promote and embed a positive and just safety culture across business units and project teams.
Ensure compliance with corporate HSE standards, local regulatory requirements, and the GHSEMS.
Support project managers, resident engineers and operational leaders on all HSE-related matters.
Conduct comprehensive HSE risk assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate identified risks.
Monitor and support incident reporting, investigation, corrective actions and lessons learned in accordance with company procedures.
Assist with the implementation of BlueBook standards and other regional HSE requirements.
Collaborate with logistics and operations teams to ensure safe management of company-provided accommodation and transportation.
Oversee driving safety programs and support the implementation of road safety requirements.
Conduct HSE audits, inspections and compliance assessments across offices, projects, accommodations and contractor operations.
Support leadership site visits, safety tours and engagement programs to reinforce HSE expectations.
Develop and deliver HSE training, awareness campaigns and competency-building initiatives.
Support employee wellbeing programs in coordination with leadership and wellbeing teams.
Review hotels, worker accommodations and temporary housing facilities to ensure compliance with company HSE standards.
Engage with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory authorities, municipalities and government bodies on HSE matters.
Monitor HSE performance indicators and prepare management reports and recommendations.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement best practices across the organization.
Promote AtkinsR alis values and commitment to excellence in health, safety, environment and wellbeing.