HSE Manager - Railways in Saudi Arabia

HSE Manager - Railways

EWI are supporting an international consultancy firm in their search for an experienced and knowledgeable HSE Manager with extensive experience in the railway sector to join a portfolio of rail projects in Saudi Arabia. This is a functional expert role, providing guidance on HSE procedures and standards, and supporting engineering teams in bids and project execution. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional with a strong understanding of the full spectrum of railway operations and maintenance.

Contract: 5-Year Contract, Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain HSE procedures and standards tailored to railway projects.
  • Provide expert HSE guidance and support to engineering and project teams, particularly during bid preparations and operational phases.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations and international safety standards throughout project lifecycles.
  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) on all HSE matters, but not in a direct team-leading capacity.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure safety practices are adhered to.
  • Work closely with project and engineering teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  • Adapt and integrate HSE management systems with O&M activities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • A degree in Health, Safety, or a related field is mandatory.
  • Minimum of 15 years of HSE experience, with extensive experience in the railway sector (including O&M).
  • Experience working in large-scale, multi-disciplinary rail projects, from design and construction to operation and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with Level 6 qualifications or equivalent would be advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of the full spectrum of HSE requirements in rail projects, including safety audits, risk management, and incident investigations.
  • Ability to work across multiple projects and adapt to the needs of each project environment.

Benefits:

  • Tax-free salary of 55,000 SAR per month.
  • Long-term opportunity to work on high-profile rail projects in Saudi Arabia.
  • Visa sponsorship and residency support.

Key Words / SEO

Rail, Railway, Saudi Arabia, High-Speed, HSR, Metro, LRT, Tram, Monorail, HSE, Health and Safety, Design, Safety, MENA, Middle East, GCC, Project management, Senior Consultant, Senior Requirements, Consulting Engineering, Global Engineering, Consultancy

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the World's leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

If you would like to be considered for any of the above mentioned roles, please contact Heather on h.mccoll(at)ewi-group.com

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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