Safety Training Manager

Training & Competency Management Develop, implement, and maintain Project HSE Training and Competency Matrices aligned with Client and UCC Group requirements. Lead all HSE Inductions, refresher training, task specific training, and competency-based programs. Ensure training content is suitable for multilingual and low literacy workforces. Establish and manage training needs analysis (TNA), Training Matrix and Training Programme for management, supervision, and workforce. Effectiveness & Assurance Measure training effectiveness through assessments, observations, audits, and incident trend analysis. Link training outcomes to leading and lagging HSE indicators. Address competency gaps identified through incidents, near misses, audits, and inspections. Maintain accurate training records, dashboards, and reports for Client and internal audits. Leadership & Behavioral Safety Support Project HSE Manager in delivering behavioral safety and leadership engagement programs. Coach supervisors and foremen on safe leadership, communication, and intervention skills. Champion HSE awareness campaigns and targeted interventions across the Project. Compliance & Systems Ensure compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, Saudi regulatory requirements, and Client HSE standards. Support internal and external HSE audits and certifications. Coordinate closely with Project HSE, Construction, and HR teams to ensure workforce readiness.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEQualifications BSc in HSE related discipline (Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety Management) or BSc Engineering from an internationally recognized university. Experience Minimum 10 years of relevant HSE experience. Minimum 5 years site experience in construction or EPC environments (Civil, Heavy Civil, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical). Minimum 5 years hands on experience in HSE training and competency development. Proven experience working on Saudi Arabia based projects, preferably giga or mega projects. Technical & Professional Knowledge Strong knowledge of international HSE standards and codes (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OSHA, NFPA, British Standards). Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing HSE Management Systems and training frameworks. Hands on experience in audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and learning from incidents. Strong understanding of construction methodologies, execution planning, and site operations. Skills & Competencies Proven leadership, coaching, and influencing skills in multicultural environments Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills Ability to engage frontline workers, supervisors, and senior management High level of computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Power Point, training dashboards) Assertive, practical, and field oriented personality Certifications (Preferred) NEBOSH (IGC or Diploma). IOSH (Managing Safely or higher). ISO 45001 Lead Auditor. Train the Trainer certification. Language Excellent command of spoken and written English / additionally Arabic and or Hindi or Urdu is a strong advantage.