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About the Role

Al Shuwayer Group of Companies is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to join our team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment across our operations. The Safety Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring health and safety protocols, advising management on compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety plans in alignment with legal guidelines.
• Advise management on safety compliance concerns and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Produce detailed reports on health and safety awareness, identified issues, and relevant statistics.
• Develop and update health and safety policies and procedures as required.
• Conduct thorough safety surveys and inspections of facilities and operations.
• Prepare written reports detailing inspection findings and recommend corrective or preventive measures.
• Follow up to ensure effective implementation of all recommended safety measures.
• Monitor employee compliance with safety policies and relevant laws through regular inspections.
• Plan and implement effective training programs for employees on worksite safety practices.
• Identify and rectify potential hazards by inspecting facilities, machinery, and safety equipment.
• Review plans and specifications for new machinery and equipment to ensure they meet safety requirements prior to procurement or installation.
• Conduct accident investigations to determine root causes and implement measures to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Safety Officer, specifically within the oil and gas field.
• Possession of a Diploma in Health and Safety, or any relevant technical diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
• Must be a Saudi national.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in understanding and applying Safety Regulations and Standards.
• Strong capabilities in Risk Assessment and Management.
• Experience in developing and delivering Training programs.
• Excellent Problem Solving and Critical Thinking abilities.
• High Attention to Detail in all aspects of safety monitoring and reporting.
• Competence in Emergency Response Planning.
• Skilled in Hazard Identification and Control measures.
• Proven ability in Risk Assessment processes.
• Experience in Emergency Preparedness protocols.
• Proficiency in Accident Investigation techniques.
• Strong Report Writing skills.

Additional Information

This is a full-time position. Preferred special certificates include NEBOSH, OSHA, and Kawader.