HSE Manager - SAU (f/m)

DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is a part of the DB group, a world leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts, gained from our experience in project work for decades, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future. We have 180 years of rail experience, and our infrastructure projects connect continents. We set the standard for transportation and modern mobility.

We are seeking a HSE Manager as part of our DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH Riyadh Branch. The job opening is located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and offers exciting challenges and potential for career growth.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing, and monitoring the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Promotes a strong safety culture across all project phases, minimizing risks to personnel, property, and the environment.
• Develop & Implement Safety Management Systems aligned with international standards such as ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management).
• Define measures to establish/improve a safety culture within a railway organization.
• Define KPIs and safety targets to drive the continuous improvement of the OHS.
• Develop a hazard log and propose mitigation measures.
• Lead Hazard identification and risk assessment processes (HIRA/JSA).
• Develop emergency plans, organize drills.
• Develop safety instructions.
• Develop competence requirements for safety critical positions and training programs.
• Undertake safety audits and inspections and propose measures to improve OHS.
• Undertaking accident and incident investigations as well as reporting to Client, Local Civil Defense Authorities and other Stakeholders.
• Advice, supervision, direction, management & support for all matters related to Stakeholders.
• Ensuring effective communication & collaboration among various stakeholders in the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety or related field, chartership preferred.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH, OSHA, IOSH, or equivalent preferred.
• At least 15 years of experience on Health, Safety & Environment management in infrastructure projects, including at least 10 years of experience in railway projects. Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of International HSE standards, and regulatory frameworks. Also experience in incident investigation and safety audits.
• Experience in communication and collaboration among various Ministry, Government Agencies, Public & Private Stakeholders in the Middle East.
• Preferably proficiency in Arabic language, speaking, writing & reading. Plus, English language skills both spoken and written.
• Preference given to Saudi applicants due Saudization Client's requirement.
• Full Computer Literacy.
• Excellent communication skills are essential to success in this role.
• Driving license required to drive to site or to technical meetings with the client representative.

Job code: EX-BAEC9B61

Job type: Full-time

Location: Riyadh Region

Experience level: Advanced (5-10 yrs)