Health and Safety Supervisor

About Salehiya Healthcare

Established in 1964, Salehiya Healthcare is a prominent Saudi Arabian enterprise specializing in the distribution of pharmaceuticals, medical and laboratory equipment, diagnostics, medical disposables, and hospital as well as consumer supplies. The company has expanded alongside the rapid growth of the Saudi health sector, operating from its main offices in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam, with branches covering the entire kingdom to ensure timely and efficient client support. It employs over 1000 staff members.

Why Join Salehiya Healthcare

Salehiya Healthcare fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where each employee is respected and valued. The company promotes a culture that encourages innovation and creativity, leveraging the latest technological tools to stay ahead in the industry. Employees benefit from structured training and mentorship programs dedicated to professional advancement, within a welcoming work environment. The company’s core values align with its mission to enhance healthcare experiences across the kingdom.

Role Overview

The Health and Safety Supervisor serves as a crucial link between management and employees, overseeing the enforcement of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols at various work sites. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to safety standards, monitoring onsite conditions to identify potential hazards, initiating corrective measures, investigating incidents, and cultivating a culture of safety and health awareness among the workforce.

Primary Responsibilities

• Enforce compliance with local HSE laws and internal company policies.
• Lead teams to ensure adherence to safety guidelines and procedures.
• Conduct proactive site inspections to detect hazards and implement solutions.
• Ensure availability and proper usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety devices.
• Address non-compliance with safety practices and resolve violations promptly.
• Supervise and oversee thorough risk assessments across all operational activities.
• Coordinate equipment safety inspections and maintenance with relevant units.
• Lead periodic reviews of emergency exits, fire protection systems, and overall site safety conditions.
• Drive continuous evaluation and improvement of safety policies and emergency plans.
• Coordinate and manage safety training initiatives, focusing on new hires.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, analyze fundamental causes, and recommend preventative measures.
• Manage accurate safety records, reporting, complaint processes, and drive workplace safety enhancements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A solid track record with 5 to 8 years of experience in occupational health, safety, and environmental roles.

Essential Skills

• Comprehensive expertise in Saudi HSE regulations with the ability to enforce compliance effectively.
• Capability to design, implement, and oversee safety training programs for teams.
• Proficiency in analyzing safety metrics and managing reporting processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure strict compliance with safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills to manage operational demands under pressure.
• Experience managing HSE-related systems and technological tools for continuous improvement.