Security & Safety Engineer (Occupational Health & Safety – Engineering Projects) – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

📍 Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

🗂 Job Category

• Engineering & Technical

• Security & Defence

• Construction & Real Estate

• Operations & Supply Chain

• Environment & Sustainability

🧾 Job Overview

We are seeking a qualified Security and Safety Engineer to oversee occupational health, safety, and risk management across engineering projects in Riyadh. This role is essential to ensure compliance with international safety standards, improve workplace safety, and minimize risks across all operational sites.

The Security and Safety Engineer will design and implement safety plans, conduct site inspections, provide training to workers, and coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure regulatory compliance. You will play a critical role in creating a safe and secure working environment while promoting best practices in occupational safety and engineering standards.

This position offers excellent career growth opportunities, including advancement into senior safety management roles, HSE leadership positions, or project safety consultancy. Professionals can further enhance their skills through certifications such as NEBOSH, OSHA, or ISO 45001 training.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement comprehensive security and safety plans and policies for projects

• Ensure compliance with international safety codes and engineering standards

• Conduct periodic inspections at work sites to identify and mitigate hazards

• Prepare safety reports, analyze accidents, and recommend preventive measures

• Train workers on occupational safety, health procedures, and emergency protocols

• Coordinate with relevant authorities to maintain regulatory compliance

• Follow up on the implementation of emergency procedures and evacuation plans

• Continuously improve the work environment and reduce occupational risks

🎓 Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Safety, Mechanical, Civil, or related fields preferred)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in security and safety engineering

• Strong knowledge of global safety codes, occupational health standards, and engineering regulations

• Analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills

• Ability to prepare safety reports and develop preventive strategies

• Professional certifications (NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001) are highly desirable

💼 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth (MANDATORY SECTION)

Average Market Salary (Estimated):
SAR 12,000 – SAR 18,000 per month (based on mid-to-senior Safety Engineer roles in Riyadh)

Compensation Type: Monthly Salary

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with market standards

• Exposure to large-scale engineering projects and advanced safety practices

• Training and development in occupational health, safety, and regulatory compliance

• Supportive work environment with focus on professional growth

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Advancement to Senior Safety Engineer, HSE Manager, or Safety Director roles

• Opportunity to pursue professional certifications (NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO 45001)

• Long-term career progression within construction, engineering, and industrial safety sectors

• Leadership opportunities in implementing safety management systems and corporate HSE policies

📝 Application Process

🔗 Application Process (Website):
Apply only through the official job link
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📧 HR Email for Application:
📩 Send your updated CV with the job code (RUH02) in the subject line to:

🔹 Reference:
Referred by: Rashid Naseem – Recrenza