EHS Engineer

About the Role

Guardian Industries is seeking an EHS Engineer to join their team in the Eastern region, specifically in Al Jubail or Yanbu. This full-time role is central to fostering a strong safety and environmental culture across the site. The EHS Engineer will collaborate with plant leadership, supervisors, and employees to identify risks, enhance EHS performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, contributing to a safe and productive manufacturing environment.

Team Collaboration and Impact

Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and leadership teams, the EHS Engineer will drive excellence in Environmental, Health, and Safety. This position supports continuous improvement initiatives and promotes a culture founded on principle-based management and operational excellence within the manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a strong EHS culture by coaching employees and supervisors on safe work practices.
• Partner with leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards and risks.
• Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Design and deliver engaging EHS training programmes across the site.
• Support compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and company standards.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and field verifications to improve workplace safety performance.
• Manage critical EHS systems including hazard reporting, incident reporting, and chemical management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements, operational changes, and safety initiatives.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities when required.
• Promote continuous improvement through data analysis, problem-solving, and risk reduction efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, or equivalent professional EHS qualification.
• Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and internationally recognised EHS standards.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience within heavy manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Exposure to construction projects, contractor safety management, or construction EHS programmes.
• Strong root cause analysis and incident investigation skills using methodologies such as 5D or Cause Maps.
• Knowledge of Saudi regulations, Civil Defense requirements, and Royal Commission regulations for Jubail and Yanbu.
• Experience with industrial hygiene programmes, emissions control systems, and environmental compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively influencing and coaching others.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on operational environment and positively influence plant culture.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the qualifications are encouraged to apply for this full-time EHS Engineer position.