Senior Advisor - Safety, Health & Environment

Job Title

Senior Advisor
- Safety, Health & Environment

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Advisor
- Safety, Health & Environment to join our dynamic team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this pivotal role, you will champion a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across our organization, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to ensure compliance with international standards and Saudi Arabia’s regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop, implement, and continuously improve comprehensive safety and environmental programs that protect our workforce and stakeholders while advancing organizational excellence.

• Develop, implement, and maintain integrated Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) programs and policies aligned with organizational objectives, Saudi Arabia regulations, and international best practices.
• Conduct comprehensive hazard identification, risk assessments, and analysis to evaluate unsafe conditions and practices across all operational areas.
• Design and oversee hazard control processes, methods, and preventive programs that mitigate workplace risks and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Lead incident investigations to identify root causes of accidents, near‑misses, and safety violations; prepare detailed reports with corrective and preventive action recommendations.
• Perform regular safety audits and inspections of work sites, facilities, and processes; document findings and communicate corrective actions to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver engaging safety training programs, inductions, and awareness sessions for employees, contractors, and visitors across all organizational levels.
• Monitor and track safety performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and safety statistics; prepare monthly and periodic reports for management review.
• Ensure organizational compliance with ISO 14000/14001 standards, Saudi Arabia labor regulations, and applicable international requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and operational teams to integrate SHE considerations into project planning and execution.
• Review and advise on safety requirements in method statements, activity hazard analyses, and permit‑to‑work procedures.
• Maintain and verify proper maintenance, calibration, and operation of all safety equipment and systems.
• Lead regular SHE meetings with internal teams and external contractors; facilitate open communication regarding safety concerns and best practices.
• Develop and implement environmental management strategies including waste disposal, pollution control, recycling initiatives, and resource conservation.
• Represent management during regulatory inspections and audits; maintain transparent communication with authorities and ensure adherence to compliance standards.
• Stay current with evolving safety regulations, industry best practices, and technological innovations; recommend process improvements and innovative solutions.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive safety culture that empowers employees to identify hazards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support junior safety personnel and team members in developing their technical competencies and professional growth.
• Prepare comprehensive SHE plans based on historical data, lessons learned, and forward‑looking risk analysis.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support organizational goals and operational excellence.

• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in Safety, Health & Environment roles within corporate or industrial organizations.
• Demonstrated expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, and development of hazard control programs.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing comprehensive safety and environmental management systems.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proven stakeholder management and interpersonal skills with the ability to…