Risk Engineer – Assistant Manager

Job Purpose Manage, monitor and control risk survey operations; ensure compliance with applicable property and engineering insurance regulations and standards; plan survey schedules; review technical reports and recommendations; support claims reviews; and supervise the Risk Engineering team to deliver accurate, timely and commercially useful risk assessments. Key Activities, Responsibilities and Accountabilities (main accountabilities, not exhaustive list of tasks) Plan, allocate and monitor commercial and personal risk surveys across major locations in KSA. Conduct site surveys, assess risk information and collect appropriate photographic and technical evidence. Prepare and review detailed risk survey reports, presentations and recommendations for underwriters. Evaluate maximum and estimated loss exposures and advise on risk improvement requirements. Advise clients, brokers and internal stakeholders on practical measures to reduce the likelihood and impact of future claims. Review the quality of survey reports and recommendations, follow up implementation, and assign quality grades after improvements are completed. Support General Claims in reviewing loss adjuster reports, technical errors and required evidence for claim decisions. Supervise, coach and develop engineers and processors; maintain current technical knowledge on regulations, fire protection, hazardous materials and industry standards. Communication and Working Relationships Internal: General Underwriting, General Claims, Reinsurance, Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, Business Development, Human Resources and Administration. External: Clients and site management, brokers, loss adjusters, regulators, health and safety inspectors, fire officers, maintenance teams and specialist engineers. Job requirements: Academic Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. 5–10 years of relevant experience in risk engineering, field risk assessment, loss prevention or insurance surveys. Experience in property and engineering insurance risk surveys, underwriting support and loss assessment. Strong working knowledge of process hazard analysis and recognized technical standards. Language Proficiency: English: Proficient Arabic: Proficient Professional Certifications Certification in field risk management, loss prevention or risk assessment. Project Management certification and internationally recognized fire protection training. Show more Show less