SHE Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

This role exists to Support delivery of Unilever’s Zero Harm ambition at Jeddah Factory by implementing Unilever SHE Standards, ensuring compliance with KSA regulations, and building a strong safety culture across all shifts and lines. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and sustain Unilever SHE Standards and local legal requirements in the factory (risk assessments, permits-to-work, LOTO, machine safety, contractor management, etc.).
• Lead or support SHE risk assessments (JHAs, HAZOPs, ergonomics) and ensure timely closure of actions.
• Coordinate incident and near-miss reporting, investigation and learning; track corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor SHE KPIs (injuries, near misses, audits, inspections) and drive continuous improvement plans.
• Deliver SHE inductions, training, coaching and toolbox talks for employees and contractors.
• Support projects and capex (new lines, layout changes) to ensure “SHE by design”.
• Participate in internal and external audits and ensure ongoing compliance with Unilever and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance and HR to embed SHE in daily operations at Jeddah Factory.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Engineering or SHE-related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in SHE or HSE roles in manufacturing / factory environment preferred.
• Knowledge of KSA occupational safety, health and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication, coaching and influencing skills across levels and shifts.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• NEBOSH IGC.
• OSH Certificate.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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