Safety Officer

Safety Officer – Azure

About Azure

Azure is a premier lifestyle experience provider offering luxury gated communities in Riyadh, with villas and apartments available for long-term rental. Supported by an experienced team, we are committed to enhancing residents’ quality of life through comfort, quality, and exceptional service.

Job Purpose

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy working and living environment across Azure’s residential compounds. The role involves implementing Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, conducting inspections, monitoring contractor and worker activities, identifying hazards, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture among employees, residents, visitors, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety inspections of compound facilities, residential accommodation, roads, and operational areas.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with Azure’s HSE policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and fire safety arrangements.
• Conduct emergency drills and ensure the readiness of fire safety and first-aid equipment.
• Inspect fire and life safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, hose reels, fire pumps, and first-aid stations, ensuring they are operational and compliant with applicable safety standards.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; prepare reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with permit-to-work requirements.
• Ensure visitors are informed of and follow applicable site safety requirements.
• Monitor high-risk activities, including hot work, work at height, confined-space entry, and electrical work.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training records, and HSE documentation.
• Support internal and external audits and contribute to continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports and performance statistics.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in occupational health and safety or a related field.
• Professional safety certification, such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent, is preferred.
• Certification in ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications are an advantage.

Key Skills

• Strong hazard identification and risk assessment skills.
• Effective communication, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, residents, visitors, and contractors.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to incident prevention.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.