(Senior HSE Engineer)

About the Role

Rasan Construction is expanding its construction projects and developing its occupational safety and health system. We are seeking a Senior HSE Engineer with extensive field experience in tower, hotel, and high-rise building projects to join our team in Makkah. This full-time role requires a professional capable of leading the application of high safety standards and risk management in complex construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement safety plans, risk management strategies, inspection protocols, and field auditing procedures.
• Develop emergency, evacuation, and fire prevention plans.
• Conduct accident investigations, root cause analyses, and develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare safety reports and performance indicators, and manage inspection and compliance operations.
• Supervise safety teams and subcontractors, promoting a strong safety culture across project sites.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related specialization in occupational safety and health.
• A minimum of 10 years of practical experience in occupational safety and health within construction projects.
• At least 5 years of this experience must be in tower and high-rise building projects.
• Possession of accredited professional certificates such as NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, and OSHA.
• Preference for candidates holding an ISO 45001 certificate.
• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational safety and health requirements and regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Building Code (SBC), and relevant international standards.

Specialized Technical Expertise

The role requires advanced practical knowledge in the following areas:

• Working at Height safety and fall protection systems.
• Lifting Operations and the safety of tower and mobile cranes.
• Scaffolding Safety and elevated work platforms.
• Safety of excavation works, concrete structures, shoring, and formwork.
• Permit to Work (PTW) systems and Risk Assessment (HIRA/JSA).

Leadership and Communication Skills

• Demonstrated leadership capability to enforce safety requirements and manage critical risks effectively.
• High-level coordination skills with project managers, consultants, and implementation teams.
• Ability to make decisive field decisions, including stopping unsafe work when necessary.
• Proficiency in preparing technical reports and submitting recommendations and corrective actions.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Makkah, focusing on construction projects within the region. The role involves working in complex construction environments, requiring a proactive and vigilant approach to safety management.