Maddan Project Safety Officer – Logistics & Transportation - Military veterans preferred

Maddan Project Safety Officer – Logistics & Transportation

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969.  Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Who ever said ‘‘the sky is the limit’’ never spoke to you! Because for you it’s the beginning DHL Global Forwarding has an opening for a Maddan Project Safety Officer – Logistics & Transportation in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.

Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

In this position

• Ensure compliance with KSA regulatory requirements (Ministry of Transport, Civil Defence) and client, DHL HSE standards.
• Monitor transportation and logistics operations to identify risks, hazards, and unsafe practices.
• Conduct site inspections and vehicle safety checks (pre-trip and post-trip).
• Maintain HSSE overview of progress in fulfilling scope of work
• Review and critique project documents on logistics safety issues
• Manage input of information from transport providers required to fulfil scope
• Work closely with the client, transportation contractors, and project logistics teams to ensure safe execution of operations.
• Support audits, safety inspections, and compliance reviews with client HSE representatives.
• Complete monthly HSSE statistical reports related to the project and communicate to different parties
• Liaise with authorities (traffic police, civil defense, ministry officials) when required
• Develop and enforce safety plans for all project movements and heavy equipment and other project cargo.
• Assess journey routes, traffic management plans, and driver fitness before operations.
• Monitor fatigue management, heat stress, and safe driving hours in alignment with Saudi regulations.
• Follow up unsafe acts and conditions reports and advise / enforce corrective action plans.
• Provide safety inductions and toolbox talks to drivers, riggers, and logistics staff.
• Promote a strong safety culture through awareness campaigns and coaching
• Knowledge of defensive driving and road safety regulations.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Strong leadership and team coaching ability.
• Risk assessment and method statement (RAMS) preparation.
• Ability to work under pressure and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Now, here is what we need from you!

• At least 3-5 Years of relevant safety oil and energy / logistics experience
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Engineering, or related discipline.
• NEBOSH IGC / IOSH / OSHA certification (mandatory).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in HSE, preferably in logistics, heavy transport, or industrial projects in KSA/GCC.
• Familiarity with Saudi HSE regulations and transport laws.
• Experience oil and energy or heavy-lift logistics (advantage).
• Strong communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• Logistics background including but not limited to Heavy Lifting & implementation to safety transport journey management plans.
• Good IT / Computer Skills

We offer:

• Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
• Possible further career development
• Competitive salary

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at 

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization is an ongoing key focus area.

We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:

• The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees
• The most efficient processes and fastest response times
• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision:      The Logistics Company for the World.

Our Mission:    Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose:   Connecting People, improving lives.

Our Values:     Respect & Results

Our Goals:       Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility 

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.