Safety Officer Jobs at Unified Installations Trading Company (Unifit) in Riyadh

Unified Installations Trading Company (Unifit) is currently inviting applications for the position of Safety Officer at its operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is fundamental to upholding a strong safety culture across the company's sites, with the officer bearing direct responsibility for implementing and monitoring Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) programs to ensure a secure working environment for all employees and contractors.

Job Description and Key Responsibilities

The Safety Officer at Unifit will be entrusted with a range of critical duties and core responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Enforcing Safety Standards: Ensuring full compliance with local occupational health and safety regulations (such as Saudi Civil Defense regulations) and the company's adopted international standards.
• Inspection and Monitoring: Conducting regular and surprise inspections of work sites, equipment, and processes to identify potential hazards or non-compliance with safety protocols.
• Reporting and Documentation: Preparing detailed reports on safety incidents, near-misses, and non-conformances, proposing corrective and preventive actions, and following up on their implementation.
• Training and Awareness: Contributing to the design and delivery of training and awareness programs for employees and workers on safe work practices, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures.
• Risk Management: Participating in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for various tasks and recommending control measures to mitigate risks.
• Equipment Checks: Verifying the validity and safety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), firefighting, and first-aid equipment before use.
• Safety Meetings: Attending and managing safety committee meetings, presenting safety statistics and performance indicators.
• Collaboration: Working closely with project management, supervisors, and engineers to integrate safety considerations into all phases of work.

Qualifications and Essential Requirements

To be a qualified candidate for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., HSE, Engineering, Sciences) or a Diploma with considerable experience.
• Professional Certifications: Possession of recognized safety certifications such as (NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, or locally equivalent certificates) is highly preferred.
• Experience: Proven practical experience of at least 3 to 5 years in the occupational health and safety field, preferably within the construction, contracting, or similar industrial sectors.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Saudi and international safety regulations and standards (OSHA standards).
• Personal Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) in both Arabic and English.
  • Ability to prepare reports and presentations.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify problems and find solutions.
  • Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions when necessary.
  • Integrity and firmness in enforcing rules.

Benefits and Advantages

Unified Installations Trading Company (Unifit) offers a stimulating work environment and provides a competitive benefits package in line with company policies and experience level. This may include an attractive salary, medical insurance, annual leave, and other benefits as per Saudi labor regulations.

How to Apply for the Position

Applications for this position are to be submitted via the Naukrigulf online platform. Please visit the original job listing link on the platform and submit your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV). Your CV should clearly demonstrate your experience in the safety field and the projects you have worked on, along with your relevant academic and professional certifications.

Important Note: The applicant is responsible for the accuracy of the information provided. We advise verifying the details of the listing directly on the Naukrigulf platform before applying to confirm any updated requirements.

Join the Unified Installations Trading Company (Unifit) team and contribute to building a sustainable safety culture in one of the prominent companies operating in the Kingdom.