Want to work with the most sought-after minds and most talked-about projects? Your experience of Safety Systems and Assurance on a major rail project in might just make you our new Safety Systems and Assurance Manager.
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.


Your next role
Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.
You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.


Your key duties
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Safety Systems and Assurance to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide expert advice and solutions to clients, helping them optimise their Safety systems.

• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Lead and coordinate safety assurance activities, including safety case development and safety validation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on safety matters to project teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on safety performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, clients, and other stakeholders on safety-related issues.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for staff and contractors.
• Foster a culture of safety within the organization, promoting continuous improvement and best practices

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Safety Management, or a related field.
• Significant years of experience in safety management and assurance within the rail industry.
• In-depth knowledge of rail safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing safety management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Professional certification in safety management (e.g., CSM, CSP) is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with systems engineering and requirements engineering techniques.
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabian regulations and standards related to requirements management.

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Attractive salary and benefits package
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions
• An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.

At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday. Apply today and be a part of our legacy.


A place for everyone
Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.
We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.