Health & Safety Manager

Role Overview

Health & Safety Manager position with SNC-Lavalin for a major site supervision consultancy project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization that connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We work with industry partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Role Purpose

Lead and manage all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) activities for the project, developing and implementing comprehensive safety strategies that ensure compliance with project requirements, local regulations, international standards, and industry best practices. Work closely with the Client, Consultants, Contractors, and regulatory authorities to promote a proactive safety culture and ensure the highest standards of workplace health, safety, and environmental performance throughout all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

HSE Strategy & Planning

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management Plan.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, project specifications, international standards, and client HSE requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System requirements.
• Support project management teams in identifying and mitigating HSE risks during all project phases.

Contractor Management & Oversight

• Review and approve contractors' HSE plans, risk assessments, method statements, and emergency response procedures.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and implement corrective and preventive measures where necessary.
• Review contractor competency records and verify that personnel have appropriate safety training and certifications.
• Proven experience in contractor HSE management and site supervision consultancy environments.

Site Inspections & Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety assessments to identify hazards and verify compliance.
• Review and monitor permit-to-work systems for high-risk activities.
• Ensure appropriate controls are implemented for confined space entry, working at height, lifting operations, excavation works, hot works, and electrical safety.
• Monitor environmental compliance and ensure effective management of waste, pollution prevention, dust control, and noise mitigation.
• Monitor occupational health programs and worker welfare standards.

Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead accident, incident, near-miss, and unsafe condition investigations and ensure effective closure of corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of construction hazards, risk management, and incident investigation methodologies.

Safety Culture & Engagement

• Develop and promote a strong safety culture across the project through awareness campaigns and engagement initiatives.
• Implement behavior-based safety programs and safety culture initiatives.
• Lead all HSE activities across the project and act as the primary point of contact for health and safety matters.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Coordination

• Coordinate and chair HSE meetings with project stakeholders and contractors.
• Coordinate with government authorities and regulatory agencies on safety-related matters.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Emergency Preparedness

• Conduct emergency preparedness assessments and oversee emergency drills and evacuation exercises.

Project Completion

• Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover safety requirements to ensure safe project completion.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit HSE reports, statistics, KPI dashboards, and management presentations.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and deliver presentations to senior management and clients.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional HSE certifications such as NEBOSH International Diploma, NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15+ years of overall experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental management.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a managerial HSE role on large-scale construction projects.
• Extensive experience on major buildings, hospitality developments, convention centers, mixed-use developments, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian HSE regulations and GCC construction safety requirements.
• Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Thorough understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and international HSE standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HSE reporting systems.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

Employment Details

• Worker Type: Employee
• Job Type: Regular

Benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program with 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.