HSE Officer

Job Overview

WSP Middle East seeks a Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer for an ongoing Property & Building Supervision project located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on managing and enforcing HSE protocols to safeguard employees and ensure legal compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all health, safety, and environmental measures according to the WSP HSEQ Management System to protect personnel.
• Supervise HSE Inspectors to verify that on-site safety practices align with legal standards and client requirements.
• Design and implement HSE training programs for WSP staff, including induction and safe work procedures.
• Assess and approve contractors' HSE plans, risk assessments, and method statements prior to work commencement.
• Schedule and execute daily morning site reviews to confirm preventive safety measures are in place.
• Conduct weekly collaborative inspections with HSE Inspectors and contractor teams, ensuring resolution of all identified issues.
• Facilitate HSE meetings involving clients, WSP project personnel, and contractors.
• Lead the initiation and testing of emergency response procedures with regular drills aligned to project timelines.
• Monitor incident investigations led by contractors to ensure thorough analysis and timely closure of corrective actions, offering expert guidance as necessary.
• Perform ongoing safety assessments across project sites.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable leadership experience in HSE roles, especially within construction or engineering sectors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HSE regulations and best practices applicable to the Middle East.
• Strong interpersonal and communication capabilities to effectively engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making expertise.
• Possession of NEBOSH or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal; Arabic language skills are advantageous.
• Must hold SCE certification in Health & Safety.

Additional Information

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to landmark projects worldwide while impacting your community positively. Candidates are encouraged to envision their professional growth and legacy by joining WSP Middle East.