Summary
CSI Global is hiring a full-time Safety Officer for its project operations in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role monitors site activities, conducts safety inspections, identifies hazards, maintains safety records, and supports toolbox talks, risk assessments, incident investigations, and emergency drills. Applicants need a diploma or bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, engineering, or a related field, along with relevant experience and knowledge of HSE practices. Arabic and English are required; NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
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Job Title: Safety Officer
Location: Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
About CSI Global:
CSI Global is a multi-disciplinary engineering and contracting group delivering advanced electromechanical, building MEP systems, testing and commissioning, contracting, construction and project management solutions across the GCC and beyond. Through our group companies, we serve the power, utilities, and infrastructure sectors with full lifecycle capabilities—from tendering and design review to execution, commissioning, and handover. We combine engineering precision with commercial excellence to power progress across complex projects in the region.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a qualified and proactive Safety Officer to ensure a safe working environment across our project operations. The successful candidate will monitor compliance with HSE policies, conduct inspections, identify hazards, and support the implementation of effective safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor daily site activities to ensure compliance with HSE policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and identify potential hazards and unsafe practices.
- Prepare and maintain safety inspection reports, checklists, and incident records.
- Conduct toolbox talks and safety awareness sessions for employees and subcontractors.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with site safety requirements.
- Assist in risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and method statement reviews.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor emergency preparedness and participate in emergency drills.
- Coordinate with project teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain safety documentation and ensure compliance with applicable Saudi regulations and project requirements.
- Immediately report serious safety violations or incidents to the relevant management.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
- Relevant experience as a Safety Officer, preferably within construction, MEP, or engineering projects.
- Good knowledge of HSE procedures, risk assessment, and workplace safety practices.
- Relevant HSE certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are an advantage.
- Strong communication, observation, and reporting skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a site/project environment.
- Bilingual in Arabic and English
- Immediate availability is preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing a fair, inclusive, and diverse workplace. This position is open to qualified candidates of all genders, and employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and suitability for the role.