Health & Safety Team Leader

Job Category : Facilities, Environment and Safety

Location : Riyadh, Al Riyadh, SA

Job Requisition ID : 2481

As Daikin Middle East & Africa (DAME (G)) we offer you the chance to broaden your experience internally or internationally. All our vacancies are open for internal candidates. We believe a job rotation is an excellent way to further develop your skills & knowledge. After applying you will be contacted by our HR and recruitment team.

The purpose of the Safety Officer is to ensure compliance with Daikin’s safety standards and Saudi regulatory requirements by supporting site operations, conducting inspections, and promoting a culture of safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily site inspections and ensure strict application of safety standards and procedures.

Identify hazards, assess risks, and take corrective actions to eliminate or minimize unsafe conditions.

Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and briefings for employees and subcontractors.

Investigate incidents and near-misses, prepare professional reports, and track closure of corrective actions.

Monitor proper usage of PPE, compliance with permit‑to‑work system, and adherence to site safety rules.

Maintain HSE documentation, records, checklists, and logs in alignment with company policies.

Support emergency preparedness activities including drills, evacuation tests, and first‑response readiness.

Coordinate closely with site leaders, engineers, and project teams to integrate HSE into daily operations and planning.

Qualifications & Experience

NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – Mandatory

4–5 years HSE experience within HVAC / MEP / Construction – Required

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Safety, or relevant field – Preferred

Knowledge of Saudi labor law and local HSE regulations (MHRSD, SFDA, Civil Defense etc.)

Strong in safety documentation, inspections, and incident reporting workflow

Excellent communication, teamwork, and coordination skills

Ability to travel within KSA depending on project / site requirements

Daikin Middle East & Africa FZE is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor‑made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries. It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People.

Good climate starts with people . Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top‑quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. Good climate starts with people.

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