HSE Director

Role profile

We are looking for HSE Director based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Reporting to the KSA Regional Director PM, the HSE Country Director – KSA will provide oversight of all PM business operations and activities in Saudi Arabia.

The HSE Director – KSA will provide oversight of all Project Management (PM) business operations and activities in Saudi Arabia (KSA). As a recognized technical leader in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), the Country Director is expected to foster an active HSE community, enhance AtkinsRéalis’ reputation for excellence, support innovation, and drive cross-business collaboration. This role involves defining best practices, championing new approaches, and developing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Functions

• Provide guidance, technical expertise, and oversight for all PM projects in KSA, supporting project leaders to ensure comprehensive understanding and implementation of all HSE requirements.

• Promote and help implement a just HSE culture within the PM business in KSA.

• Contribute to all bids and proposals as part of the PM Win Work team.

• Represent the company during client presentations, focusing on the HSE aspects of PM service delivery.

• Assist the PM business during the mobilization phase of new projects by developing HSE plans, manuals, and procedures.

• Collaborate closely with the corporate HSE function to drive improvements in HSE and develop measures to safeguard AtkinsRéalis staff.

• Provide support to project managers and senior management in all HSE-related aspects, including the development and delivery of training.

• Develop and implement HSE reporting tools to measure HSE performance, set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and drive continual improvement.

• Ensure monthly reporting is conducted in accordance with AtkinsRéalis procedures, serving as a focal point to gather information from all PM projects.

• Manage incident reporting in BlueSky according to BlueBook requirements, ensuring investigations are completed and lessons learned are shared.

• Develop resourcing plans for HSE staff on PM projects across KSA, ensuring recruitment of competent HSE resources.

• Serve as line manager for all project based HSE resources within the PM business in KSA.

• Implement BlueBook standards, including Corporate Responsibility and Compliance Principles (CRCP) and all aspects of the Global HSE Management System (GHSEMS).

• Act as an ambassador for AtkinsRéalis values and promote best practices. Provide expertise to ensure comprehensive HSE risk assessments are conducted for PM staff in KSA.

• Support senior operational management within KSA in conducting leadership tours and advising on HSE matters.

People Development

• Mentor project managers within the PM business in KSA to enhance their leadership in HSE.

• Integrate Thrive principles into interactions with all senior management and project managers.

• Identify and support HSE collaborators within the PM business in KSA to foster HSE improvements.

• Mentor and assist in the development of HSE personnel as needed.

• Foster interest and understanding of HSE among KSA nationals in line with AtkinsRéalis HSEW requirements.

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with operational management within the PM business in KSA to promote core HSE values through various forums.

• Establish oneself as a significant industry contributor on safety matters through public speaking and media publications.

• Collaborate closely with regulatory authorities, municipalities, and ministries to promote AtkinsRéalis as an industry leader in Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW).

• Build strong relationships with client project management and HSE management staff in KSA.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive salary

• Transportation allowance

• Medical and life insurance cover

• 22 calendar days annual leave

• Company gratuity scheme

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented

• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice

• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect

• Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;

• Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.