Job Title: Head of Safety.Reporting Line: Safety Manager. We are looking for you as early as possible as Head of Safety for DB-El Sewedy Rail Operation Egypt for the primary location Cairo.The role:The Head of Safety provides strategic and technical leadership for all aspects of occupational safety, process safety, and railway safety across complex operations. The role ensures that people, equipment, and assets are protected through advanced engineering controls, technology-driven risk management, and rigorous compliance with global standards, including also responsibilities on the Environmental discipline.Responsibilities: Responsible for all safety of the company, ensuring compliance with global occupational health and safety, railway safety and emergency guidelines.Lead the Railway Assurance process and Railway Safety Team.Develop accident-prevention systems and programs for incorporation into operational policies of the organization.Develop, implement, coordinate, maintain, and monitor enterprise-wide safety and environmental policies, procedures, and guidelines for the protection of employees, information, assets, and the reputation of the organization.Schedule and oversee the company's safety committee.Manage and be a member of the Emergency Response Team.Establish organization-wide standards and best practices, including developing policies, procedures, and workflows for safety, environmental and quality.Work closely with operations to identify occupational safety and environmental risks and develop/implement a control methodology for these risks.Ensure regulatory reports are completed accurately, reviewed thoroughly, and submitted on time.Continuously identify, assess, and reduce/eliminate Health & Safety risks.Investigate all accidents and injuries, recommend and/or coordinate corrective actions.Develop and implement the company's and customers' safety and environmental policies and procedures among employees, contractors, clients, and other third parties.Liaise with emergency services, ambulances, and fire service in times of emergency and disastrous events.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree / MBA in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred.Minimum 10-15 years of experience in safety industries10 years of experience in Health & Safety, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001.Proven knowledge of all aspects of compliance, including a general working knowledge of pertinent law and the law enforcement community.Relevant certification in Health & Safety and ISO standards is preferred.Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic, with excellent communication skills. Other languages are preferred.Experience working in a diverse and fast-paced multinational environment will be treated as an advantage.Advanced and independent user of MS Office applications, mainly Excel.Competencies:Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred.ISO 45001 auditor course or similar certificationEN 50126, 50128 and 50129 trainings are beneficialExperience in the development, implementation, updating, and monitoring of operational systems, contributing to efficient and effective operations.Proven time management and organizational skills, effectively prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.Excellent presentation skills, capable of delivering clear and concise insights to stakeholders at all levels.Good understanding of the business operations of a company in the security and safety industry or equivalent industry knowledge, enabling effective analysis and recommendations.Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, start-up environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and managing multiple projects.Strong ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of analysis and recommendations.Solution-oriented mindset, actively seeking opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiency.Strong client orientation and a quick response attitude, providing exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.Willingness to learn about company standards and procedures, incorporating them into analysis and recommendations.Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization and collaborate as a team player.Ability to work with a diverse workforce in intercultural environments, promoting inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.Proficient in MS Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) and relevant IT systems, leveraging technology for data analysis and reporting.Willingness to take on a management position.Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.General Information:DB-El Sewedy Rail Operation Egypt is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, nationality, religion, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our organization and contributes to a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.Included "Develop and..."I would suggest having a more experienced professional in this role. 10-15 years of experience in the HSEQ should be the minimum.