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Safety Officer - Shutdown (KSA)

  • On-site
    • Jeddah, Mecca Province, Saudi Arabia
  • SAR 4,000 - SAR 4,500 per month
  • Oil & Gas

Strong HSE knowledge, risk assessment, incident investigation; skilled in training, emergency response, MS Office; excellent communicator, analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive.

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Safety Officer

Salary Grade: SAR 4,000-4,500 + FAT

Employment Type: Visit Visa

Duty Hours: 12 Hours / Day, 7 Days / Week

Department: TS-MSS

Job Summary The Safety Officer will be responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with HSE policies, local regulations, and international safety standards. The role requires proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of workplace hazards, with a strong emphasis on implementing best safety practices across all operational areas. NEBOSH certification is mandatory for this position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and monitor HSE policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with SABIC standards and local regulations.

  • Conduct regular workplace inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.

  • Promote a strong safety culture through awareness programs, training sessions, and toolbox talks.

  • Investigate incidents, near-misses, and accidents; prepare detailed reports with recommendations to prevent recurrence.

  • Maintain HSE records, documentation, and compliance reports as per regulatory and corporate requirements.

  • Collaborate with operations and management teams to implement safety improvements and emergency response plans.

  • Monitor the effectiveness of safety programs and recommend enhancements for continuous improvement.

  • Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems.

Job requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Mandatory: NEBOSH International General Certificate or NEBOSH National Certificate.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial safety, preferably in the chemical or petrochemical sector.

  • Preferred:

    • Experience working in large-scale chemical or petrochemical plants.

    • Certification in First Aid, Fire Safety, or Environmental Management

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