EHS OFFICER

About the Role

Larsen & Toubro is seeking an EHS Officer to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time role involves establishing, monitoring, appraising, and coordinating an integrated health, safety, and environment management system for construction projects. The system must conform to ISO-45001:2018, ISO14001:2015, and ISO 9001 standards. The EHS Officer will also be responsible for improvising procedure manuals and conducting internal audits based on these standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare all EHS-related documents, including EHS plans, emergency response plans, and risk assessments.
• Attend EHS meetings with clients and the project team.
• Report all EHS-related issues to the Head Office.
• Provide EHS induction training to new workers.
• Conduct daily EHS inspections for the assigned zone.
• Ensure appropriate safe work permits are obtained by Engineers/Supervisors from Clients/Main Contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments across the site and inform Site Engineers and/or Clients/Main Contractors of high-risk areas.
• Ensure toolbox talks are delivered weekly by Engineers to promote EHS awareness among workers.
• Verify that all personnel wear personal protective equipment, including helmets, EHS shoes, and coveralls.
• Ensure equipment such as ladders and scaffolding are in good working condition before use.
• Maintain satisfactory health and hygiene conditions for workers, including access to water, rest areas, and adequate lighting and ventilation.
• Ensure proper housekeeping on project sites to prevent incidents and accidents.
• Conduct Job EHS Analysis on high-risk activities to minimize hazardous conditions.
• Encourage workers and engineers to implement EHS practices.
• Conduct investigations with engineers in case of minor or major incidents/accidents and communicate results for future precautions.
• Administer first-aid and/or seek medical assistance for worker injuries.
• Maintain all documentation related to EHS activities.
• Conduct EHS training programs for engineers and workers on site, as well as participate in HR-organized EHS training programs.
• Perform hazard identification and risk assessment for critical activities, ensuring findings are incorporated into method statements.
• Prepare EHS Plans and Environment Management Plans.
• Coordinate External EHS Audits and Third-Party Inspections of Equipment.
• Prepare Emergency Preparedness Plans and conduct Emergency Drills.
• Facilitate the implementation of the Work Permit System.
• Coordinate occupational health and welfare measures.
• Prepare EHS conditions of contract for sub-contractors.
• Stop work if unsafe practices are observed and promote a proactive commitment to safety.
• Carry out monthly project Risk Management Audits and quarterly system audits.
• Provide EHS reports to the project head and IC Head on current EHS performance status.

Qualifications and Experience

• 0-1 year of experience in a relevant EHS role.
• Knowledge of ISO-45001:2018, ISO14001:2015, and ISO 9001 standards.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh.