Health & Safety Manager

(BLME0168) KSA

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Health & Safety manager will Ensure adherence to legal standards and in-house policies. Responsible for enforcing regulations in all aspects and levels of business as well as provide guidance on compliance matters.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all safety regulations are followed, and safe practices are observed across all departments to prevent accidents, injuries, and work-related illnesses in the workplace.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Health and Safety Manager will ensure that the Festival meets the necessary legislative obligations and drive the continuous improvement of health and safety throughout. They will facilitate the ongoing development of health and safety policies and practices to ensure that all staff are adhering to these standards. They will also provide advice, support and guidance at a Manager level on all matters of legal compliance regarding Health & Safety Management.

  • Develop plans for security needs and identify any potential issues in coordination with local law enforcement

  • Facilitate all forms of risk assessment & ensuring any hazards or defects are rectified immediately

  • Undertake performance reviews and analyze development needs of direct reports to ensure staff are appropriately trained in respect of health, safety & security issues

  • Record and thoroughly investigate any accident, recommending any improvements in safety standards if and when required

  • Act as a key point of contact for any member of staff who has a query or concern regarding the safety of the workplace

  • Work closely with management, as well as health and safety inspectors and trade unions

  • Safeguarding machinery, fire safety, occupational health, noise, control of hazardous substances, manual handling, working with display screen equipment, and environmental health

  • Developing internal and external networks to allow performance to be benchmarked

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

  • Experience working in GCC / Middle East is essential.

  • An industry recognised qualification such as the NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

  • 10+ years’ credible experience in health and safety, including operations experience

  • Track record of project management

  • Arabic speaking highly advantageous

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to work with, provide advice to, train, and promote excellence in Health & Safety across all staff

  • Ability to communicate to a high standard with clients, public, contractors, and staff both within and outside of the business.

  • Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines

  • Knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment

  • Attention to detail and observation ability

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