Senior HSSEQ Leader: Safety, Quality & Compliance

AtkinsRéalis Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Housing allowance

Annual flight contribution

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Group is seeking a Senior HSSEQ Expert in Saudi Arabia to lead the development and execution of comprehensive HSSEQ management systems across projects. You will promote a strong safety culture, conduct audits, perform risk assessments, and drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental, and quality performance.

The role requires a Chartered OH&S or related discipline, 20+ years of HSSEQ experience, and expertise in ISO 9001/14001/45001.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, OH&S, environmental science, or related discipline.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, Lead Auditor ISO 45001/14001/9001 or equivalent.
• 20+ years HSSEQ experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence organizational safety culture and drive performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor HSSEQ policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, international standards, and client HSSEQ requirements.
• Lead risk assessments, hazard identification programs, and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct HSSEQ audits, inspections, and performance reviews across operations and projects.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, environmental, and quality performance.
• Provide HSSEQ guidance and support to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver HSSEQ training, awareness programs, and competency initiatives.
• Prepare and present HSSEQ reports, KPI dashboards, and regulatory submissions to senior management.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and champion behavioral safety programs.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with HSSEQ standards.
• Support emergency preparedness, crisis management, and business continuity planning.

Skills

Leadership

Audits

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

HSSEQ reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Chartered status in OH&S/related discipline

Job description

AtkinsRéalis Group is seeking a Senior HSSEQ Expert in Saudi Arabia to lead the development and execution of comprehensive HSSEQ management systems across projects. You will promote a strong safety culture, conduct audits, perform risk assessments, and drive continuous improvement in safety, environmental, and quality performance.

The role requires a Chartered OH&S or related discipline, 20+ years of HSSEQ experience, and expertise in ISO 9001/14001/45001.