Health and Safety Officer

Core duties

- Develop, implement and maintain the organization’s health & safety policies and procedures.

- Conduct regular workplace inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and non-compliance.

- Carry out or coordinate risk assessments and job safety analyses; recommend and track control measures.

- Monitor and enforce compliance with relevant legislation, standards, permits and company requirements.

- Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses; determine root causes and produce corrective/preventive actions.

- Maintain accurate records and documentation (incidents, inspections, training, permits, safety data sheets, PPE issuance).

- Report safety performance metrics to management (KPIs, lost-time injuries, incident rates, audit results).

Training & culture

- Design and deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks and job-specific training for employees and contractors.

- Promote a positive safety culture and employee engagement (safety committees, campaigns, suggestion programs).

- Coach supervisors and managers on safe work practices and their H&S responsibilities.

Emergency preparedness & response

- Develop and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation procedures and contingency plans.

- Coordinate emergency drills and ensure first-aid and emergency equipment are available and maintained.

- Act as liaison with emergency services and regulatory agencies during incidents.

Operational controls

- Oversee selection, fit and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure maintenance of safety-critical equipment.

- Review and approve safe work permits (hot work, confined space, work at height) where applicable.

- Control contractor and visitor H&S performance (pre-qualification, induction, monitoring).

Compliance & continuous improvement

- Stay current with H&S laws, codes, and industry best practices; advise management on legal obligations and changes.

- Develop and track corrective action plans from audits, inspections and incident investigations.

- Lead or support initiatives to reduce risks, costs, and absenteeism through hazard elimination and process improvement.

Administrative & interpersonal

- Prepare and submit required regulatory reports and notifications.

- Maintain required certifications, licenses and professional development.

- Communicate clearly with all levels of the organization and build relationships across departments.

Key competencies

- Knowledge of local safety legislation and standards.

- Risk assessment, incident investigation and audit skills.

- Good communication, training and coaching ability.

- Strong observational, organizational and record-keeping skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From QAR3,000.00 per month