Safety Officer WHS

About the Role

Afaq - Warehouse Branch is seeking a Safety Officer WHS to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time position is crucial for maintaining a safe and productive work environment as the company continues to expand. The Safety Officer will report directly to the WHS Manager and will be based in a fulfillment center.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site risk assessments for both current and new activities.
• Establish and maintain the site's WHS training matrix.
• Oversee the implementation of site-specific WHS standards and guidelines.
• Drive the implementation of site WHS objectives and programs.
• Promote a safety-conscious culture by providing daily WHS content during shift briefings.
• Conduct frequent site safety audits to identify non-compliant equipment or processes.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to implement solutions that mitigate risks and prevent injuries.
• Respond to incidents and occupational injury cases on site.
• Guide and assist area managers with incident investigations, Gensuite documentation, and communication of lessons learned.
• Support the Operations team with Gensuite follow-up sheets and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) creation.
• Audit record-keeping practices to ensure Gensuite entries align with global WHS standards and local regulations.
• Manage PPE inventory on site and coordinate procurement orders.
• Conduct weekly Key Safety Requirement (KSR) audits, monitoring, and support.
• Ensure completion of basic Fire Fighting and first aid training requirements.
• Perform daily Powered Industrial Tool and Trailer Dock Release inspections and communications.
• Monitor and support the Daily Action Tracking System.
• Participate in site management safety walks, providing insights on unsafe acts and conditions.
• Provide daily updates to the Country WHS Manager on objective progress, incidents, KSR, ATS, and network actions.
• Prepare WHS committee meeting agendas, Minutes of Meeting (MOM) write-ups, and ATS creation.
• Review and sign off daily Permit to Work documents.
• Lead WHS-related procurement and follow-up activities.
• Develop and manage emergency response plans and conduct emergency drills.
• Manage the preparation and training for emergency drills, and maintain associated records.
• Establish, monitor, and support the Heat Index program.
• Provide support for site-specific requests, unplanned events, and activities.
• Conduct daily and weekly WHS audits, including hazard waste room, spill kit, and first aid room inspections.

Qualifications and Experience

• NEBOSH (National General Certificate) certification is required.
• 2-5 years of experience in a relevant safety role.
• Proficiency in English communication skills, both written and verbal, to facilitate effective interaction with stakeholders at all levels.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fulfillment center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates on a full-time basis. The Safety Officer will work closely with the WHS Manager and the Operations team to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment.