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About us

Are you ready to be part of the largest retail store in the Middle East? ABYAT , spanning an impressive 22,000 square meters and offering over 22,000 products, is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement and more. From elegant tiles and captivating wallpapers to state-of-the-art lighting solutions and stylish kitchen fixtures, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse array of top-quality products under one roof.

Established locally with a vision for excellence, ABYAT has been setting benchmarks since its inception in September 2005. With an unwavering focus on our customers, we've crafted an experience that revolves around their needs, from our meticulously designed store layouts to our unparalleled service offerings.

Expanding beyond our roots in Kuwait, ABYAT is now making waves in Saudi Arabia and setting our sights on Qatar and the UAE. As we continue to grow, we're seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our journey of success.

Position : HSE Auditor

Location : Kuwait - Shuwaikh

Type : Full-time

Job Purpose:

To lead and execute internal and external audits of Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems across company sites and operations, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and international standards (e.g., ISO 45001). The role involves identifying risks, evaluating controls, and recommending improvements to support a safe and sustainable workplace.

Responsibilities:

Risk Assessment & Planning

• Develop comprehensive Risk Register and Risk Assessment covering the risk areas within various work facilities (Warehouses, Plants, Service Centers, Production Workshops, Showrooms, etc.)
• Develop risk-based internal audit schedules and checklists.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct HSE audits in accordance with the approved audit plan and applicable standards.

Execution of Routine and special Audits

• Evaluate the effectiveness of HSE management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Identifying unsafe practices, regulatory violations, and systemic HSE weaknesses
• Identify non-conformities, risks, and improvement opportunities, and develop clear, actionable audit findings and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant local and international HSE laws, regulations, and standards.
• Conduct special audits or investigations related to incidents, near misses, or compliance breaches.
• Support external audits and certification processes (e.g., ISO certifications).
• Collaborate with operations and facility management, and site management teams to support continuous improvement in health and safety performance.

Training and compliance awareness

• Lead negotiations on lease terms and conditions, ensuring commercial viability and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with legal teams to review, finalize, and execute lease agreements.
• Negotiate renewals, rent escalations, and other commercial terms with existing tenants.
• Deliver training or awareness sessions on HSE audit processes and best practices as needed.

Reporting

• Prepare detailed audit reports for senior management, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Update and maintain audit records, logs, and evidence in digital audit management systems.
• Maintain audit records and contribute to corporate HSE performance reports.
• Present leasing updates to senior management and propose corrective actions when needed.

Follow-up

• Monitor for ensuring that corrective actions are implemented effectively and within the required timeframe.
• Promote improvements in HSE performance by recommending and tracking systemic changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certified Lead Auditor in ISO 45001 (preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in HSE auditing, preferably in high-risk industries (oil & gas, manufacturing, construction, Mega Retail Companies etc.).
• Proficient in planning, conducting, and reporting HSE audits.
• Familiarity with internal audit frameworks and methodologies.
• Ability to identify non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.
• Competence in evaluating HSE risks and the effectiveness of risk mitigation controls.
• Ability to conduct or review root cause analyses (RCA) and contribute to investigations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for conveying findings clearly to all levels.
• Ability to deliver training or awareness briefings.
• Goal-oriented with a strong sense of initiative and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong ethical standards and high degree of integrity.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Precision in identifying compliance gaps or unsafe conditions.
• Strong knowledge of local regulatory frameworks and international HSE standards.
• Proven experience conducting audits independently and working in cross-functional environments.
• Proficient in MS Office.