Safety Officer - Arabic Speaker

The Safety Officer - Arabic Speaker at BESIX is responsible for implementing day-to-day safety measures at the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). This role involves enforcing safe work practices, monitoring compliance, conducting field inspections, and supporting permit systems, training, and incident reporting. The position is execution-focused, following established systems and procedures without designing or modifying safety frameworks or policies.

Key responsibilities include maintaining a visible presence in operational areas during maintenance and routine activities, actively monitoring compliance with safety rules, and intervening immediately in unsafe situations. The Safety Officer verifies that Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) requirements are correctly applied, conducts routine safety inspections, delivers toolbox talks and safety briefings, monitors personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, assists in incident and near-miss reporting, supports site inductions and on-the-job maintenance training sessions, and maintains documentation and records.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of occupational health and safety (OHS) experience in STP, utilities, process plants, or industrial operations and maintenance (O&M) environments. They should demonstrate practical knowledge of PTW, LOTO, confined space entry, electrical safety, and chemical hazards. Proficiency in writing clear and concise reports, using Excel and Word effectively, and maintaining physical fitness to work safely in industrial environments and shift-based operations are essential. The candidate must be an Arabic speaker to support effective communication with site teams and the local workforce.

BESIX offers exciting projects, clear career growth and development pathways, a diverse and inclusive team environment, competitive benefits, and a positive, supportive workplace culture.