Director of Safety, Health and Environment at AtkinsRéalis · Riyadh

Director of Safety, Health and Environment Location: SA.Riyadh Job Description Overview The Director of Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) will lead and oversee all safety, health, and environmental management activities across road and infrastructure. The role ensures compliance with regulations, promotes a safe working culture, and implements sustainable practices to protect workers, communities, and the environment. Your role Develop and implement SHE policies, procedures, and management systems. Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and international standards. Lead risk assessments, hazard identification, and mitigation planning. Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to safety and environmental requirements. Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations, recommending corrective actions. Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all project teams. Provide training and awareness programs for employees and contractors. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to integrate SHE practices into project execution. Oversee emergency preparedness and response planning. Prepare reports and present SHE performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, health, and environmental practices. About you Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field. Extensive experience in SHE leadership roles within road and infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of safety regulations, environmental laws, and industry standards. Proven expertise in risk management, audits, and incident investigation. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and training abilities to promote safety culture. Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and ensure compliance across diverse teams. Proficiency in SHE management systems, reporting tools, and MS Office. Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement. Rewards & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. This includes: Tax-free salary. Life insurance coverage. Medical insurance. Annual leave balance. Company gratuity scheme. Discretionary bonus program. Annual flight contribution. Transportation & housing allowances. Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition. Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.