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About the Role

Hikma Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Health & Safety Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is within a company that emphasizes progress, belonging, employee development, and wellbeing. The role is suited for individuals who are innovative, driven, compassionate, and collaborative problem-solvers, passionate about making a positive impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Health & Safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct regular site inspections, thorough risk assessments, and detailed safety audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend effective corrective and preventive actions to mitigate risks.
• Ensure strict compliance with all local HSE laws, relevant international standards, and company-specific requirements.
• Investigate all incidents, accidents, and near-misses, preparing detailed reports and conducting root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
• Deliver HSE training and awareness sessions to employees and contractors to foster a strong safety culture.
• Monitor key safety performance metrics and prepare periodic reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate the development and execution of emergency response plans and conduct regular drills to ensure preparedness.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and external auditors as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, specifically in Industrial, Mechanical, Environmental, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in Health & Safety roles, with a preference for experience within the pharmaceutical sector or a closely related industry.
• Strong and up-to-date knowledge of HSE regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, performing incident investigations, and executing safety audits.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English languages is essential for effective communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and training abilities.
• A keen attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with reporting tools for data analysis and presentation.

Preferred Certifications

Candidates holding recognized Health & Safety certifications such as NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent, IOSH Managing Safely (minimum), and OSHA certifications / OSHA 30-hour are highly preferred. Any additional relevant certifications are considered a plus.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The company fosters a supportive culture that values employee development and wellbeing.