Safety Officer

Job Description:

Job Title: Safety Officer

Location: Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

Experience: Minimum 5 years

Package:4 to 5k SAR

Job Description:

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Safety Officer to join our team. The Safety Officer will be responsible for monitoring and assessing hazardous situations and developing measures to assure personnel safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards and unsafe practices.
• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.).
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures.
• Review existing policies and update them in accordance with legislation and best practices.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to identify causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Organize and conduct safety training courses for employees.
• Keep records of inspections, training, and incidents.
• Ensure equipment and machinery are adequately maintained and safe for use.
• Compile reports on health and safety data and present to management.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Safety Officer or similar role for Minimum 5 years.
• NEBOSH certification required.
• In-depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Diligent with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics.
• BSc/BA in safety management, engineering or a relevant field is preferred; Certificate in occupational health and safety is an advantage.