HSE Officer

About the Role

Acwa China is seeking an HSE Officer to join their team in Medina, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves supporting the implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of HSSE activities within the plant. The HSE Officer will take necessary actions to prevent harm to people, equipment, and the environment, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, organizational standards, and contractual obligations. The position requires 2-5 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and support for risk assessment and review of operational tasks to identify and prevent HSSE hazards.
• Advise contractors, sub-contractors, and vendors on HSSE management and performance to ensure adherence to defined standards.
• Assist in implementing the Plant’s HSSE management system, including emergency preparedness, to conform to Acwa Operations standards and legal requirements.
• Conduct daily site HSSE tours, monitoring performance and compliance with HSSE policies and procedures.
• Develop daily and monthly HSSE reports, highlighting incidents and concerns for timely escalation and resolution.
• Support the implementation of the work permit system, ensuring proper measures are taken for safe work areas.
• Assist in developing emergency drill scenarios and conducting mock drills to check readiness.
• Report and respond immediately to HSSE incidents using established communication channels to minimize damages.
• Participate in investigations for reportable HSSE incidents to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain positive working relationships with regulators, emergency services, contractors, and local authorities.
• Assist in delivering HSSE training to ensure employees and contractor staff are aware of HSSE standards and management systems.
• Advise contractors on HSSE standards to promote awareness and best practices.
• Assist in implementing HSSE campaigns to disseminate proper HSSE culture across all staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge of local and international standards for HSSE.

Required Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and work effectively with people.

Work Environment and Collaboration

The HSE Officer will work closely with the HSSE Team Leader and plant employees. The role requires building rapport with emergency services, contractors, and HSSE consultants and advisors.