Safety Specialist

About KONE and Role Overview

KONE, acknowledged as a Top Employer, is dedicated to fostering an outstanding work environment anchored in quality, efficiency, and employee wellbeing. The company emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and growth within a supportive culture.

Safety forms a fundamental pillar of KONE's operations and company ethos. To strengthen the Safety Culture and advance safe working practices, KONE is seeking a Safety Specialist to join the Riyadh team.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the deployment, upkeep, and enhancement of KONE’s safety management system encompassing employees, users, and external parties.
• Promote and embody a safety-conscious culture through active engagement and role-modeling.
• Develop, organize, and update safety-related documents alongside the unit safety team.
• Participate actively in safety committees and forums within the unit to contribute to discussions and initiatives.
• Provide expert advice and support concerning safety issues within the unit.
• Plan and execute projects aimed at advancing safety standards.
• Collaborate with customers and partners, including subcontractors, to ensure safety compliance.
• Aid in the formulation, review, and testing of crisis and emergency response strategies.
• Oversee the monitoring and evolution of safety risk management processes and tools.
• Assist with safety-related change management projects.
• Collect and validate safety performance data, reporting key metrics.
• Keep abreast of legal and industry safety regulations and recommend necessary actions.
• Conduct routine safety audits to ensure compliance and identify uncontrolled risks.
• Support management with safety audits and aid in streamlining audit procedures.
• Investigate incidents thoroughly and work to improve investigation processes.
• Manage corrective and preventive measures to drive continuous safety improvements.
• Enhance own safety expertise through ongoing development in collaboration with management.
• Assist in training and developing safety skills among unit members.
• Proactively share safety information, including incident analyses and best practices.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• At least five years of professional experience in safety roles within elevator, construction, or related sectors.
• NEBOSH and IOSH certifications are compulsory.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and training skills.
• Passion for safety and strong ability to foster a safety-first culture.
• Fluency in both English and Arabic languages.

Work Environment and Values

KONE prioritizes innovation and a collaborative culture valuing each employee’s contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are deeply integrated into daily operations. Ethical business practices and mutual respect are core values, with recognition given for high performance. The company supports career advancement and promotes a healthy work-life balance.