Safety Officer (Producing Safety & Environment) (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent is looking for a Safety Officer with a specialization in Producing Safety & Environment to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring that all safety protocols and environmental regulations are followed within our operations, particularly in the Oil & Energy sector.

Responsibilities

• As a Field Compliance Coordinator your primary role is to ensure a safe and compliant working environment while driving continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with the client's corporate safety standards.
• Perform job site compliance inspections, including: evaluations of Safe Work Practices (SWP) such as; Work Permit System (WPS), Confined Space Entry, and hazard analyses.
• Develop and implement protocols for construction sites and field operations to address risks and improve safety.
• Design and implement controls for identified hazards, including: Lockout/Tagout procedures and other mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate and update hazard control systems to align with industry best practices and reduce workplace incidents.
• Manage and oversee the implementation of the Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring systematic identification, assessment, and mitigation of safety risks.
• Review and update the Safety Management System (SMS) framework to enhance its effectiveness and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Prepare safety orientations and educational materials for employees and contractors.
• Analyze injury, property damage, and loss statistics to identify trends and underlying causes.
• Recommend essential safety requirements for purchasing and contracting actions, ensuring compliance with corporate standards.
• Monitor adherence to safety policies and procedures among employees and contractors.
• Support management in monitoring and enforcing compliance with department safety and environmental programs.

• The successful candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, HSE, Science, Industrial, or in a related discipline from an accredited entity or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience related to safety operations, Oil & Gas industry with minimum of 7 years in Oil & Gas producing facilities projects preferably in MENA region.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and experience conducting Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) using techniques such as: HAZOP or Bowtie Analysis.
• Proven expertise in safety compliance programs, including: Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ability to develop and deliver specialized safety training programs and conduct job site compliance inspections..
• Should hold International safety certification NEBOSCH IGC or IOSH or equivalent.
• Strong technical expertise & held a valid certification in the area of Incident investigation, hazard identification, risk management, emergency preparedness & response, and safety management systems.
• Should have demonstrated leadership skills, excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written), computer skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Must have the ability to work in a multicultural environment and the drive to overcome significant challenges.