EHS OFFICER

About the Role

Larsen & Toubro is seeking an experienced EHS Officer to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves managing and implementing comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety protocols across construction projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and fostering a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare all EHS-related documents, including EHS plans, emergency response plans, and risk assessments.
• Attend EHS meetings with clients and project teams, reporting all EHS issues to the Head Office.
• Provide EHS induction training to new workers and conduct daily EHS inspections for assigned zones.
• Ensure appropriate safe work permits are obtained by Engineers/Supervisors from Clients/Main Contractors.
• Conduct site-wide risk assessments, informing Site Engineers and/or Clients/Main Contractors of high-risk areas.
• Ensure regular toolbox talks are delivered by Engineers to promote EHS awareness among workers.
• Verify that all personnel wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including helmets, EHS shoes, and coveralls.
• Inspect equipment such as ladders and scaffolding to ensure they are in good working condition before use.
• Maintain satisfactory health and hygiene conditions for workers, including access to water, rest areas, adequate lighting, and ventilation.
• Ensure proper housekeeping on project sites to prevent incidents and accidents.
• Conduct Job EHS Analysis for high-risk activities to minimize hazardous conditions.
• Encourage workers and engineers to implement EHS best practices.
• Investigate minor and major incidents/accidents with engineers and communicate findings for future precautions.
• Administer first-aid or seek medical assistance for worker injuries.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all EHS activities.

EHS Management and Compliance

• Establish, monitor, appraise, and coordinate an integrated health, safety, and environment management system conforming to ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001 standards for construction projects.
• Improvise procedure manuals and conduct internal audits based on these standards.
• Conduct EHS training programs for engineers and workers on-site, as well as participate in HR-organized EHS training.
• Perform hazard identification and risk assessment for critical activities, ensuring method statements incorporate findings.
• Prepare EHS Plans and Environment Management Plans.
• Coordinate external EHS audits and third-party inspections of equipment.
• Prepare Emergency Preparedness Plans and conduct emergency drills.
• Facilitate the implementation of the Work Permit System.
• Coordinate occupational health and welfare measures.
• Prepare EHS conditions of contract for sub-contractors.
• Stop work immediately if unsafe practices are observed, promoting a proactive "don't walk by" attitude and commitment to action.
• Carry out monthly project Risk Management Audits and quarterly system audits.
• Provide EHS reports to the project head and IC Head to inform them of current EHS performance status.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001 standards is required.
• Strong understanding of EHS best practices, risk assessment, and incident investigation.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requiring active engagement on construction project sites.