Health & Safety Manager

Health & Safety Manager Full-time State/Province: Riyadh Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Arabia Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: KSA - Riyadh, SA - The Business Gate Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Health & Safety Manager to join our organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive health and safety programs that protect our workforce and ensure full compliance with local and international regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, decisive leadership, and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety excellence across all operational levels. Develop, implement, and continuously improve health and safety policies, procedures, and programs aligned with Saudi Arabia's labor regulations and international standards Conduct thorough risk assessments and hazard analyses across all work areas to identify potential dangers and recommend appropriate control measures Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions Maintain comprehensive health and safety documentation, records, and reports required for regulatory compliance and internal audits Organize and deliver safety training programs to employees at all levels, ensuring awareness and understanding of safety protocols and procedures Perform regular safety inspections and audits to monitor compliance with established standards and identify areas for improvement Collaborate with department managers and supervisors to integrate safety requirements into daily operations and project planning Prepare and present safety performance metrics, incident reports, and recommendations to senior management Stay current with changes in health and safety legislation and ensure organizational compliance with new requirements Coordinate emergency response planning and conduct drills to ensure organizational readiness for potential incidents Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external safety auditors Qualifications 15 years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in Counsultancy, construction, or manufacturing environments In-depth knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, including Saudi Arabia's labor laws and international standards Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex safety issues and develop practical solutions Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation methodologies Proficiency in developing and implementing safety management systems and programs Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to train and educate diverse audiences Strong organizational and documentation skills with meticulous attention to detail Experience conducting safety