Safety Engineer

Job Title: Safety Engineer

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Safety Engineer (Foreigner) with a proven track record in managing comprehensive safety operations in large institutional facilities, such as university campuses. The ideal candidate should be well-versed in implementing safety protocols aligned with international standards and capable of integrating defense-related safety directives to ensure a secure, compliant, and hazard-free environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee safety programs and policies tailored for large facilities (e.g., universities or government complexes).
  

• Enforce and align safety practices with defense and institutional safety regulations.
  

• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across all departments and infrastructure.
  

• Review safety documentation and verify compliance with fire safety, emergency preparedness, and hazardous materials handling.
  

• Train staff and stakeholders on health, safety, fire prevention, and emergency response protocols.
  

• Monitor and investigate safety incidents, accidents, or near misses, and implement corrective/preventive measures.
  

• Collaborate with maintenance, facility management, and external defense authorities for safety coordination.
  

• Maintain safety records, prepare detailed reports, and ensure documentation for compliance purposes.
  

• Lead periodic safety drills and simulations in coordination with emergency services and civil defense.
  

• Advise management on best practices, new safety technologies, and continuous improvement strategies.
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferably Safety, Civil, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering).
  

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent internationally recognized safety certification.
  

• NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent safety training certification is mandatory.
  

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in safety management, including at least 3 years in large facility projects (university campuses, military installations, etc.).
  

• Familiarity with defense protocols and civil defense requirements in the Middle East (preferred).
  

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of international and regional HSE standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001, NFPA).
  

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and incident investigation skills.
  

• High-level communication and interpersonal skills to interact with multicultural teams.
  

• Ability to interpret technical safety drawings, reports, and instructions.
  

• Leadership and team coordination skills to drive safety culture across departments.
  

• Proficiency in report writing, MS Office tools, and safety management software.