Senior Safety Leader: Risk, Compliance & Training

Aquat Food Industries - أقوات للصناعات الغذائية; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquat Food Industries in Jeddah is seeking a Safety Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain safety policies across facilities and operations. The role requires conducting inspections, audits, and risk assessments to prevent incidents and ensure regulatory adherence.

The candidate will investigate incidents, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions, while delivering safety training to employees and contractors and promoting a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, OH&S, or related field.
• Professional certifications (NEBOSH, OSHA, CSP, Kawader) preferred.
• Proven experience in safety engineering or similar role within industrial, construction, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of occupational safety regulations, codes, and standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to promote a safety culture.
• Ability to prepare and deliver safety training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain workplace safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across facilities and operations.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, preparing reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international occupational health and safety regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to employees and contractors on safe work practices and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and HR teams to integrate safety into daily activities and project planning.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Monitor the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure adequacy of safety resources.
• Identify potential hazards and design solutions to prevent workplace injuries or environmental damage.
• Support emergency response planning and conduct safety drills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety engineering, industrial engineering, OH&S, or related field

Certifications: NEBOSH, OSHA, CSP, Kawader (preferred)

Job description

Aquat Food Industries in Jeddah is seeking a Safety Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain safety policies across facilities and operations. The role requires conducting inspections, audits, and risk assessments to prevent incidents and ensure regulatory adherence.

The candidate will investigate incidents, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions, while delivering safety training to employees and contractors and promoting a strong safety culture.