Safety Officer

Job Category:
Facilities, Environment and Safety

Location:

Riyadh, Al Riyadh, SA

Job Requisition

Daikin Middle East & Africa (DAME (G)) offers opportunities to broaden experience internally or internationally. All vacancies are open for internal candidates. We believe job rotation helps develop skills and knowledge. After applying you will be contacted by our HR and recruitment team.

The purpose of the Safety Officer is to ensure compliance with Daikin’s safety standards and Saudi regulatory requirements by supporting site operations, conducting inspections, and promoting a culture of safety across the organization.

• Conduct daily site inspections and enforce safety standards.
• Identify hazards, assess risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver safety inductions and toolbox talks to employees and subcontractors.
• Investigate incidents, prepare reports, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Monitor proper use of PPE and adherence to permit-to-work systems.
• Maintain safety documentation and support compliance with internal policies.
• Support emergency drills and first-response preparedness.
• Liaise with site and project teams to integrate safety into operations.

• NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) – Mandatory
• 3–4 years of HSE experience in HVAC, MEP, or construction sectors
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Safety, or a related field – Preferred
• Familiarity with Saudi labor law and HSE regulations
• Proficient in safety documentation, inspections, and incident reporting
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to travel within the Kingdom based on project/site needs

Daikin Middle East & Africa FZE is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). To date, Daikin EMEA has over 12 000 employees across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries.

It has 12 major manufacturing facilities based in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Austria, and the UK. Our aim is to drive sustainable and effective solutions, sparking a good climate for the generations to come. And all this can only be achieved because of our People.

Good climate starts with people
Our employees are the beating heart of our company. At Daikin, you get to work in a positive environment backed by trust, creativity and continuous improvement. Together, we create our top-quality solutions by empowering talented teams. You will get plenty of opportunities to learn and grow. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve.

Good climate starts with people.