HSE Engineer - Site

Job description

Define and implement the Consultant's approach to Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Worker Welfare Assurance , ensuring alignment with the overall project delivery strategy. Participate in the contractor prequalification process to assess and verify the competency of prospective contractors in HSE management. Develop and implement a monitoring program that includes site tours, inspections, audits, and reviews of worker welfare facilities. Lead weekly formal HSE inspections, workshops, and meetings, and ensure timely closure of all observations, non-conformities, and corrective actions. Chair weekly Health and Safety meetings with the Contractor's HSE and management teams. Ensure that all contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors operating under the Consultant's supervision comply with the Employer's HSE requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations. Ensure compliance with the General Conditions of Contract, statutory requirements, and all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations. Verify that project-specific Construction Health and Safety Plans are developed, reviewed, and approved prior to the commencement of construction activities. Review, approve, and monitor the implementation of the Contractor's Health and Safety Plans, Method Statements and Risk Assessments (MSRA), and other HSE deliverables required under the HSEQ Management System. Ensure that contractors maintain an adequate number of competent HSE professionals to satisfy both statutory and Employer requirements. Competency assessments may include interviews and verification of qualifications and experience. Verify that contractors provide competent personnel for HSE-critical roles, including Appointed Persons, Lifting Supervisors, and Emergency Response Teams, as applicable. Conduct HSE pre-construction kick-off meetings with contractors in accordance with the Employer's requirements and agendas, and maintain effective coordination with both Contractor and Employer HSE representatives. Support the Project Management Team in promoting a proactive safety culture and achieving project HSE objectives. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline. Professional certification in Health and Safety such as NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) , NEBOSH Diploma , IOSH Managing Safely , or equivalent recognized qualification. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in construction health, safety, and environmental management, including at least 5 years on large-scale building and infrastructure projects . Previous experience working with engineering supervision consultants on major construction projects. Thorough knowledge of Saudi Arabian occupational health and safety regulations, international HSE standards, and industry best practices. Familiarity with ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems). Demonstrated experience in conducting safety inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations, and implementing corrective and preventive actions. Strong communication and reporting skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities. Proficiency in preparing HSE reports, safety statistics, audits, toolbox talks, and compliance monitoring records. Fluent in English.