Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of the Occupational Safety Department to join our team in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in occupational safety and will be responsible for overseeing the safety programs and practices within our organization.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with occupational safety regulations and standards.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and monitor compliance with safety protocols.
- Provide training and education to employees on safety procedures and best practices.
- Investigate accidents and incidents to determine the root cause and develop strategies to prevent reoccurrence.
- Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement safety plans for new projects and initiatives.
- Maintain records and documentation of safety inspections, incidents, and training programs.
- Stay up to date with changes in occupational safety regulations and standards and make recommendations for improvements to our safety programs.
- Manage a team of safety professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful implementation of safety initiatives.
Preferred Candidate:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in occupational safety.
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field.
- Professional certification in occupational safety, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST).
- Strong knowledge of local and international occupational safety regulations and standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate employees on safety procedures.
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and drive the successful implementation of safety initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate accidents and incidents and develop strategies for prevention.
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
Job Details
- Job Location
- Dammam Saudi Arabia
- Company Type
- Unspecified
- Job Role
- Safety
- Employment Type
- Full Time Employee
- Monthly Salary Range
- Unspecified
- Number of Vacancies
- 1
Preferred Candidate
- Years of Experience
- Min: 7
- Residence Location
- Eastern Province,Saudi Arabia
- Gender
- Male
- Degree
- Bachelor's degree / higher diploma