Workers Welfare Officer

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently has a massive workforce worldwide.

The Workers Welfare Officer is responsible for ensuring the well-being and fair treatment of all workers within the organization. This role involves overseeing health, safety, and welfare policies, addressing workers’ concerns, and fostering a supportive work environment. The officer will work closely with management, the People department, and other relevant departments to implement welfare programs and compliance with labour regulations. Responsibilities are but not limited to the following:

• Welfare Program Development and Implementation
  • Implement, manage and enhance welfare programs to support workers' physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of welfare initiatives and suggest improvements.
• Health and Safety
  • Ensure the workplace meets health and safety regulations and standards.
  • Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments.
  • Promote a culture of safety and health awareness among workers.
• Grievance Handling and Conflict Resolution
  • Act as a point of contact for workers to voice their concerns and grievances.
  • Mediate conflicts and disputes to ensure fair and satisfactory resolutions.
  • Maintain records of grievances and resolutions.
• Compliance and Legal
  • Ensure compliance with local labour laws and regulations regarding worker welfare.
  • Stay updated with changes in legislation and implement necessary changes in policies.
  • Conduct audits and prepare reports on compliance status.
• Training and Development
  • Organize and conduct training sessions on health, safety, and welfare practices.
  • Develop materials and resources to support worker education on welfare topics.
• Communication and Liaison
  • Serve as a liaison between workers and management to communicate welfare initiatives, programs and standards.
  • Facilitate regular meetings with worker representatives to discuss welfare issues.
• Record Keeping and Reporting
  • Maintain accurate records of audits, welfare activities, and grievance resolution.
  • Prepare regular reports for management on worker welfare status and initiatives.
• Community and Social Engagement
  • Organize social events and activities to foster a sense of community among workers.
  • Support workers in accessing community resources and services.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of health, safety, and UAE and Saudi labour laws.
• Knowledge and adherence to Workers Welfare International Standards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR management software.
• Ability to conduct physical inspections of work sites.
• Capacity to handle stressful situations effectively.
• Willing to be assigned full-time in Saudi Arabia and able to travel regularly.
• Must be able to speak Hindi, Arabic and is fluent in English.

• Arabic speaking is a must.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Social Work, Occupational Health, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a large organization or industrial setting.
• Experience in the Middle East is required.

We believe our employees are key to our success, hence, we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded & engaged. Career opportunities & training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration.