EHS Team Leader
Department: QEHS / Operations
Reports To: EHS Manager
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Job Summary
The EHS Team Leader is responsible for leading and supervising the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) activities across company projects and operations. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with company policies, client requirements, and international EHS standards while promoting a strong safety culture within the organization. The position requires strong leadership skills to guide the EHS team, coordinate site activities, and ensure continuous improvement in safety performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the EHS team across projects and operational activities.
- Plan and monitor manpower and required EHS resources based on operational needs.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and competency development for EHS team members.
- Monitor weekly and monthly EHS reports and distribute tasks effectively within the department.
- Ensure risk assessments are conducted for all significant site activities and that mitigation measures are implemented.
- Develop, review, and maintain EHS procedures for office and site operations to ensure safe work practices.
- Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, and site teams regarding inspections, meetings, and resolution of EHS-related issues.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS), including:
- ISO 45001:2018
- ISO 14001:2015
- OHSAS 18001
- SEC OHS Procedures
- Conduct and support internal audits to ensure compliance with company procedures and client requirements.
- Coordinate with departments to ensure effective EHS implementation and compliance at all project sites.
- Promote EHS awareness through trainings, presentations, toolbox talks, and safety campaigns.
- Support the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and recommend improvements to existing systems and processes.
- Maintain and control EHS records, reports, and documentation.
- Perform any additional duties assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Safety, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in EHS or related field.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
- NEBOSH certification is required.
- ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 knowledge or Lead Auditor certification is preferred.
- SEC approval is mandatory.
- Saudi nationality is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Good knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and safe work practices.
- Experience in risk assessment, audits, and incident prevention.
- Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple site activities effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems.
