Safety Engineer

About the Role

Parsons Corporation invites qualified candidates to join as a Safety Engineer based in Qatar, focusing on sewerage, surface, and groundwater network construction projects. This position involves enforcing safety protocols, conducting site inspections, and promoting a secure work environment to protect both workers and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce safety plans ensuring all construction tasks comply with relevant safety laws and standards.
• Perform regular on-site safety audits identifying hazards related to excavation, trenching, underground works, and water-related network construction.
• Provide safety training to teams on site-specific procedures, emergency responses, and safe practices.
• Support the creation and execution of emergency response plans addressing incidents like trench collapses or hazardous material handling.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate safety requirements into construction planning and activities.
• Ensure proper use and availability of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety gear by all personnel.
• Investigate accidents, uncover root causes, prepare incident reports, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain thorough safety documentation including reports, risk assessments, and compliance records.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness among workers, subcontractors, and site teams.
• Coordinate safety drills and monitor site safety performance to ensure emergency preparedness.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and assist during health and safety audits relevant to underground and drainage works.
• Utilize safety management software and tools for tracking safety activities, incidents, and compliance records.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or related area from an accredited institution.
• At least 5 years of safety engineering experience, including 3 years in sewerage, surface, and groundwater network or similar construction projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, national, and international safety regulations and standards pertinent to sewerage and water network construction.
• Proven skills in conducting safety inspections, audits, accident investigations, and enforcing corrective actions.
• Fluency in English with excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Strong expertise in emergency response planning specific to construction hazards like confined spaces and excavation safety.
• Familiarity with safety management software and digital compliance tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to uphold safety standards.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Professional safety certifications such as NEBOSH, OSHA, or equivalents are highly regarded.
• Experience working in the Gulf region, knowledgeable about local health and safety regulations and cultural practices.
• Hands-on experience with trenching, dewatering, and excavation safety within water infrastructure projects.
• Understanding environmental health and safety concerns related to drainage and stormwater management.
• Strong leadership qualities to influence and engage with diverse site teams and subcontractors.
• Experience using advanced technology tools such as mobile safety applications and real-time monitoring systems to improve site safety.
• Capacity to work independently while contributing actively to team safety objectives.

Equal Opportunity and Additional Information

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing all candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected statuses. The company prioritizes employee well-being and continuous development with promising career advancement opportunities. Potential applicants are encouraged to beware of fraudulent recruitment and report any suspicious activity.