Site EHS Officer

Siemens Mobility (SMO) is the world’s leading provider of mobility solutions that enable the efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly transport of people and goods—helping to improve the quality of everyday life for millions worldwide.

Motivated by innovation, we develop intelligent solutions for the growing digitalization of the transport sector. Our offerings include rail vehicles, rail automation, road traffic management systems, rail electrification, and services.

In Oman, Siemens Mobility is delivering the signaling, telecom, and power supply systems for the 303 km Abu Dhabi-Sohar railway, which marks the first cross-country railway network in the Middle East, connecting the UAE and Oman.

Today, we are recruiting for a Site EHS Officer to join our team in Oman. This is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to join a truly international team in one of the biggest projects of Siemens Mobility.

What Are My Responsibilities?

• Act as the key contact for Health, Safety, and Environmental matters at the assigned project sites, ensuring compliance with Siemens EHS principles, project requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable local and international regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections, identify potential EHS risks and non-compliance issues, and define, implement, and monitor appropriate corrective and preventive measures.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System requirements across the project.
• Monitor compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety legislation and ensure that relevant requirements are effectively implemented on site.
• Prepare detailed EHS reports covering inspection findings, audit results, incidents, corrective actions, performance indicators, and overall compliance status.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of EHS performance metrics, incidents, near misses, training, inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure that incidents and near misses are properly reported, investigated, documented, and followed up, including root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor the EHS performance of subcontractors and consortium partners, conduct assessments, provide feedback, and escalate significant non-compliance to the EHS Manager and Project Manager.
• Support the Project Manager and EHS Manager in obtaining and maintaining required EHS permits, authorizations, certificates, and regulatory notifications.
• Review subcontractor Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Risk Assessments, and Permit to Work (PTW) documentation to ensure compliance with project and EHS requirements.
• Ensure that EHS requirements and the project EHS plan are clearly communicated to employees, subcontractors, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct and record safety meetings, toolbox talks, site inductions, and other EHS communication activities.
• Develop and maintain the EHS training matrix, identify training needs, and ensure completion of mandatory internal and third-party EHS training requirements.
• Conduct emergency response drills in accordance with the approved project schedule and support continuous improvement of emergency preparedness.
• Monitor EHS KPIs and targets, support project audits, and develop corrective action plans to address identified gaps.
• Liaise with customers, contractors, regulatory authorities, consultants, and other stakeholders on EHS matters in coordination with the Project Manager and EHS Manager.
• Support the identification and management of environmental risks, including requirements related to controlled or declarable substances used on the project.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents, and near misses and coordinate with relevant emergency response teams to minimize impact and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Share lessons learned and best practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of EHS processes, procedures, and initiatives.
• Support the evaluation of contractors' EHS performance and provide relevant feedback to the Project Procurement Manager and EHS Manager.

What Do I Need to Qualify for This Job?

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Civil, or a related discipline.
• Omani nationality is required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Health, Safety & Environment, preferably within construction, infrastructure, installation, or railway projects.
• NEBOSH IGC certification, with a Merit pass achieved before 2022.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification.
• Lead Auditor certification in ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Basic or Advanced First Aid certification.
• Valid Oman/GCC driving license is mandatory.
• Practical knowledge of Permit to Work (PTW) systems for installation activities in both greenfield and brownfield environments, including online and offline processes.
• Strong knowledge of incident investigation processes, including root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and preparation of detailed investigation reports.
• Good understanding of EHS risk assessment, mitigation measures, and health and safety best practices.
• Experience in railway projects is considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multicultural teams and lead by example in promoting a strong EHS culture.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in challenging site environments.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate EHS requirements, present performance data, and influence stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant computer applications.
• CertIOSH or equivalent professional EHS membership is considered an advantage.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of additional regional languages, including Hindi, is considered an advantage.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently between project locations and work in challenging site conditions as required.

What else do I need to know?

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate—all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.

At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow’s reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds

Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of society. Therefore, we value candidates who reflect the diversity that we enjoy in our company. Please find more information at www.siemens.com.

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.