Lead Safety Engineer (HSSE)

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood is currently looking for a Lead Safety Engineer to support our Projects business. Ma’aden is executing a strategic project to develop a new gold mine and processing facility in alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and Ma’aden’s 2040 Strategic Objectives. Location : Ar Rjum, KSA.

Responsibilities

Translate Wood’s strategic purpose, goals, and objectives into practical concepts relevant to HSE management.

Lead a team of professional staff.

Teach problem‑solving, creative thinking, and project‑planning skills to less experienced staff.

Provide constructive feedback and coaching.

Create and maintain a network of subject‑matter experts.

Contribute to annual department goals and objectives.

Oversee staffing and development of HSE talent for the department and projects.

Conduct performance reviews and manage salary administration.

Lead periodic meetings with department staff to provide top‑down information flow about the company.

Receive intermittent supervision.

Support the Business Development and Proposals department.

Ensure HSE Management Systems are monitored and remain in compliance.

Ensure compliance with audit protocols.

Promote HSE best practices in the office and on projects.

Develop HSE project and department safe work plans.

Support HSE presentation needs to internal and external clients.

Ensure HSE‑related training is applicable to office and project needs.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in a relevant discipline.

ISO 9001 : 2008 Lead Auditor qualification.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

10+ years of HSE experience.

Proficient knowledge of HSE standards and legal requirements.

Experience managing a Quality and HSE Management System environment.

Supervisory or direct management experience of junior staff.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.

Self‑starter with ability to work independently.

Knowledge of internal and external audit and third‑party certification audit practices.

Personal Attributes

Working knowledge of management techniques and departmental procedures.

Displays emotional maturity and empathy, controlling one’s emotions.

Communicates effectively, listening and articulating ideas clearly to a wide audience.

Organises accurate records and facilitates timely conflict resolution.

Builds collaborative relationships with customers, peers, and global teams.

Encourages and mentors others, fostering teamwork and development.

Demonstrates strong leadership and is trusted by others.

Promotes open expression of ideas and values teamwork with a balance of operational and leadership focus.

Delegates effectively and maintains professionalism under stress.

Benefits

Medical insurance with specialist care for you and your eligible family members.

Employee Assistance Programme for confidentiality and well‑being support.

GOSI (Social Insurance) contributions on behalf of KSA employees.

End‑of‑service gratuity in accordance with KSA Labour Law.

Examination leave fully paid for educational assessment.

Professional membership reimbursement for relevant certifications.

Inspire Awards and Long‑Service Awards recognising employee achievements.

Career Development Champions program for structured growth and ongoing learning.

About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects, and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. For more information, visit

Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer recognizing the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with applicable laws.

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