Senior Specialist - HSE Training

Role overview

This position is responsible for building the capability of internal trainers, supervisors, and employees so they can deliver effective HSE learning, strengthen workplace safety habits, and stay aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Create, structure, and run train-the-trainer programs for HSE instructors and supervisory staff.
• Deliver HSE training on subjects including hazard spotting, risk evaluation, PPE use, fire protection, basic first aid, confined-space entry, and emergency response.
• Coach and assess internal trainers to maintain uniform quality and compliance with HSE training standards.
• Refresh, improve, and maintain training content, manuals, and related documentation.
• Carry out training needs assessments to identify HSE skill and knowledge gaps across departments.
• Ensure training programs are consistent with local and international standards and regulations, including OSHA, NEBOSH, ISO 45001, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain training matrices, attendance sheets, and certification records.
• Measure training impact using assessments, audits, and field observations.
• Work with project managers and safety officers to arrange and conduct site-specific HSE training.
• Encourage a proactive safety mindset and ongoing improvement across the organization.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
• Professional credentials such as NEBOSH IGC, IOSH Managing Safely, OSHA, or similar are expected.
• A Train the Trainer qualification, such as Level 3 Award in Education and Training or an equivalent certification, is mandatory.
• Written and spoken English is essential.
• Arabic language knowledge is an advantage.
• A minimum of 8 years of HSE experience is required, including at least 2 years in a training or coaching role.
• Strong understanding of HSE laws, standards, and best practices at both local and international levels.
• Excellent skills in facilitation, presentations, and communication.
• Ability to tailor training to audiences with different cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Additional information

This role places strong emphasis on building a safe work culture, ensuring training quality, and supporting compliance through structured learning and continuous improvement.