Safety Manager

About the Role

UCC Holding is seeking a Safety Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role supports the Executive Director, Project Director, and/or Project Manager in establishing safe working conditions and preventing adverse environmental situations. The Safety Manager will oversee and ensure that HSE programs comply with state, client, and organizational regulations, acting as the primary accident prevention manager on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend control measures to mitigate potential incidents.
• Provide leadership and guidance to HSE teams, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence and improve HSE performance.
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs to educate employees on safe work practices, emergency procedures, and environmental responsibilities.
• Monitor and evaluate HSE performance metrics, track trends, and analyze data to measure progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, and external stakeholders on HSE matters, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements.
• Prepare HSE reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, communicating key findings and recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement in HSE performance through the implementation of best practices, lessons learned, and feedback mechanisms.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on HSE-related risks, opportunities, and initiatives, contributing to overall business success and sustainability.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of working experience in a relevant field.
• At least 5 years of experience specifically as a Manager in a safety role.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience within the GCC region is mandatory.

Role Overview

This position involves designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies and procedures to ensure high performance standards, a safe working environment, and client satisfaction. The Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring HSE programs are in compliance with all relevant regulations.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.