Director Health & Safety (DEL )📣 إعلان

About Qiddiya

Qiddiya Investment Company, located in Riyadh, is seeking a Director Health & Safety (DEL ) to lead the health, safety, and environmental (HSE) strategy for one of its major precincts. This full-time role is central to ensuring a safe and compliant environment throughout the construction lifecycle of large-scale projects.

Role Overview

The Director Health & Safety will oversee the development and execution of robust health and safety programs. This position involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a safe working environment for all employees and contractors. The role requires close collaboration with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to implement best practices, manage risk, and reduce incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and implementation of the health and safety strategy.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines for large-scale construction projects.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits to identify hazards and implement effective mitigation measures.
• Manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee health and safety training initiatives and promote continuous awareness across all levels of the construction workforce.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international health and safety regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with project management, contractors, and external agencies to integrate health and safety considerations into all construction phases.
• Monitor health and safety performance metrics and prepare detailed reports for executive management.
• Advocate for a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement in health and safety practices.
• Keep abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and regulations related to construction health and safety.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in health and safety management within large-scale construction programs.
• Proven track record of successfully leading HSE programs and initiatives in complex construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of local and international health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Professional certification such as NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent is highly desirable.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough risk assessments, incident investigations, and implement effective corrective measures.
• Demonstrated experience in fostering a safety-first culture and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.

Working at Qiddiya

Qiddiya offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and a collaborative culture. This role provides the chance to make a significant impact within the organization.