Job Overview
Job Title: HSSE Officer
Location: Saudi Arabia
Department: Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE)
Industry: Power Generation, Water and Utilities
Minimum Experience: 4 Years
Preferred Qualification: Degree Certificate
Job Description
An exciting opportunity is available for qualified professionals seeking HSSE Officer jobs in Saudi Arabia, particularly within the power generation, water treatment and utilities sectors.
The HSSE Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of health, safety, security and environmental policies across plant operations. The role involves identifying workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments, monitoring compliance with safety procedures, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture among employees and contractors.
The successful candidate should have practical experience in a similar health and safety position, a sound understanding of industrial safety requirements, and the ability to work effectively with multicultural teams. Experience in power plants or water facilities, along with knowledge of Saudi Arabian HSE regulations, is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities of an HSSE Officer
1. Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance
- Support the implementation of company health, safety, security and environmental policies, procedures and work instructions.
- Monitor workplace activities to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, environmental requirements and legal obligations.
- Promote awareness of occupational health and safety principles among employees, contractors and other personnel.
- Assist in implementing quality, occupational health and safety, and environmental management systems.
- Maintain awareness of applicable Saudi Arabian health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Identify unsafe working practices and recommend corrective measures to prevent accidents and injuries.
2. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Conduct workplace inspections to identify hazards and assess potential risks.
- Support the preparation and review of Hazard Risk Assessments and environmental Aspect and Impact Assessments.
- Recommend appropriate preventive and control measures to reduce workplace risks.
- Monitor the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment.
- Identify hazardous conditions involving machinery, electrical equipment, chemicals and plant operations.
- Ensure appropriate safety controls are implemented for high-risk activities and hazardous work environments.
3. Incident Investigation and Emergency Response
- Participate in the investigation of workplace accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Assist in identifying root causes and recommending corrective and preventive actions.
- Support emergency preparedness and response activities at the plant.
- Maintain knowledge of firefighting equipment, first aid procedures and emergency response arrangements.
- Monitor the availability and appropriate use of emergency and safety equipment.
- Support spillage containment and other environmental incident response activities.
- Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, inspections and corrective actions.
4. Environmental Management
- Monitor compliance with environmental procedures and applicable regulations.
- Support the identification, classification, storage and disposal of waste in accordance with established procedures.
- Assist with spill prevention and containment measures.
- Monitor environmental hazards and recommend measures to minimize their impact.
- Support the implementation of environmental management systems and related improvement initiatives.
5. Safety Inspections and Reporting
- Conduct routine field inspections to assess compliance with established safety requirements.
- Report safety violations, unsafe conditions and environmental concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accurate HSE documentation, inspection records and incident reports.
- Prepare reports and presentations using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Communicate safety observations and recommendations clearly to employees, supervisors and management.
- Follow up on corrective actions to ensure identified safety issues are addressed.
6. Employee Engagement and Safety Awareness
- Encourage employees and contractors to follow safe working practices at all times.
- Support safety training, awareness campaigns and workplace safety initiatives.
- Communicate HSE requirements to personnel from different cultural and professional backgrounds.
- Assist employees in understanding the correct use of PPE and safety equipment.
- Promote teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.
Educational Qualifications
Candidates applying for HSSE Officer vacancies in Saudi Arabia should meet the following requirements:
- A degree certificate is desirable.
- A NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety is preferred.
- HSE auditor training and certification from a recognized institute are advantageous.
Work Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of direct experience in a similar HSSE or HSE position.
- Five or more years of relevant experience in a multicultural work environment is preferred.
- Practical field experience in power generation plants, water treatment facilities or related industrial environments is highly desirable.
- Experience in workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation and environmental compliance is an advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate the following skills:
- Knowledge of occupational health, safety, security and environmental management principles.
- Understanding of applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Practical knowledge of hazard risk assessment and environmental impact assessment.
- Incident investigation and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with firefighting equipment, first aid and emergency response procedures.
- Knowledge of PPE, industrial safety equipment and spillage containment.
- Understanding of waste classification, handling and disposal procedures.
- Familiarity with power plant operations, equipment and maintenance activities.
- Awareness of Saudi Arabian HSE legislation and industrial safety requirements.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English and/or Arabic.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, email and PowerPoint.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being.
- Ability to collaborate with employees and management at all organizational levels.
Preferred Certifications and Additional Requirements
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
- HSE auditor training and certification from a recognized institute.
- Familiarity with applicable Saudi Arabian health, safety and environmental legislation.
- A valid Saudi Arabian driving licence is desirable. Candidates without one should be willing to obtain it within three months after completing the probationary period, as specified by the employer.
Working Conditions
The HSSE Officer may work in industrial plant environments, outdoor locations and areas containing operating machinery. The position may involve exposure to elevated work areas, airborne particles, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and varying noise levels.
Candidates must be prepared to follow all site-specific safety procedures, use the required PPE and comply with established emergency response protocols.