Health & Safety Manager

Company Overview:

Our client, a well-established construction company based in Kuwait, is expanding its operations into KSA. They are seeking a well experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead and manager the HSE team for their Fit-Out projects in Dammam Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities & Role:

• Develop and/or implement programs to minimize risk to employees, customers, and the environment.
• Gather EH&S information and evaluate results.
• Responsible for compliance evaluation of programs, and facilities per company and governmental requirements.
• Perform evaluation and analysis of concept and feasibility studies.
• Assist in the implementation and delivery of the company's health and safety strategy across fit-out projects.
• Evaluate and specify work methods, design requirements, procedures, and policies.
• Administer EH&S safety training programs.
• Ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement across projects.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Provide support and guidance to site teams and contractors on best practices for health and safety.
• Assist in incident investigations, identifying root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in Safety, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or any similar field.
• 12 to 15 years of experience in Health, Safety and Environment.
• Solid and superb understanding EHS standards and policies.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, codes, and standards in their EH&S discipline.
• Solid working knowledge and experience in NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, and other regulations and standards. (Holding Certifications is highly preferred).
• Experience in ISO for Safety.
• Knowledge of OSS Reporting System.
• The ability to engage and influence site teams, ensuring health and safety best practices are followed.
• Explain complex information to others in a straightforward manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients.