Senior Manager Health and Safety

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Senior Manager - Health and Safety to develop, implement, and oversee Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) strategies, systems, and compliance programs. This full-time role ensures that all project and operational activities are performed safely, sustainably, and in accordance with applicable regulations, company policies, and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a strong safety culture across projects and operational teams through leadership, coaching, and awareness programs.
• Monitor compliance with local regulations, international standards, and company HSE requirements.
• Oversee HSE performance across contractors, consultants, and project teams.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to identify risks and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and lessons learned initiatives.
• Develop and monitor HSE KPIs, dashboards, and management reports.
• Ensure environmental management plans are implemented, including waste management, pollution prevention, sustainability, and resource conservation initiatives.
• Review project designs, construction methodologies, and operational activities to identify and mitigate HSE risks.
• Manage emergency preparedness and response plans, including drills and crisis management procedures.
• Support procurement and contract management teams on HSE requirements and contractor prequalification processes.
• Provide regular HSE updates and recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 12 years of HSE experience, with significant experience in large-scale infrastructure, construction, industrial, or mixed-use development projects.
• Proven experience managing HSE programs across complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of local and international HSE regulations and best practices.

Preferred Certifications

• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, CSP, CRSP, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent are preferred.