Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is seeking a qualified Health and Safety Officer with experience in construction supervision, inspection, testing and commissioning. This role is based in Riyadh and involves overseeing health and safety compliance across a major project.

The ideal candidate will be a Saudi national with strong knowledge of HSE regulations and practices.

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols in alignment with WSP’s HSEQ Management System.
• Develop, review, and update HSE policies, procedures, and documentation, including risk assessments, method statements, and safety plans.
• Oversee and guide the HSE team in monitoring site-level safety practices to ensure compliance with legal, client, and company standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to verify that safety measures are in place and effective.
• Organize and facilitate weekly joint HSE inspections with contractors and other stakeholders, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions.
• Coordinate and evaluate emergency response plans, ensuring drills are conducted as per schedule and performance criteria.
• Lead incident investigations, analyze root causes, and ensure corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly HSE reports in collaboration with contractor teams and share with the client.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities (e.g., PCFC, EHS) and represent WSP in all HSE matters.
• Deliver HSE training and awareness programs to staff and contractors to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Advise project management on HSE risks, compliance issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in health, safety, and environmental performance.

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum NEBOSH IGC certification is required; additional certifications (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001) are highly desirable.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction HSE roles, with proven leadership and management experience.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Must be registered with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) in Health & Safety
• Saudi National Candidates ONLY

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