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IHG

Global hotel company

Risk & Safety Officer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 12/31/26
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
Oman
In Person
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the job

Requirements
  • A diploma or bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Risk Management, Security Management, or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in health, safety, risk management, or hotel operations.
  • Knowledge of fire and life safety, emergency preparedness, incident investigation, and occupational health and safety practices.
  • Familiarity with Omani health, safety, and civil defence requirements.
  • Ability to conduct safety inspections, prepare reports, and deliver colleague training.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Good command of English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and respond effectively during emergencies.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification throughout the hotel.
  • Monitor compliance with hotel safety and security procedures, IHG requirements, and applicable Omani regulations.
  • Support the implementation of fire and life safety procedures, emergency response plans, and evacuation drills.
  • Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, ensuring accurate documentation and corrective action follow-up.
  • Conduct safety awareness programmes, training sessions, and toolbox talks for colleagues.
  • Monitor workplace safety practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Coordinate with hotel departments to identify operational risks and implement preventive measures.
  • Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports, incident registers, and compliance documentation.
  • Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Promote a positive safety culture that protects guests, colleagues, contractors, and hotel assets.
Desired Qualifications
  • Hospitality experience is preferred.
  • NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent safety certification is highly desirable.
  • Arabic language skills are an advantage.

About the company

IHG is a global hospitality company operating and franchising a portfolio of hotel brands. The company supports hotel development, reservations, loyalty programs, revenue management, brand standards, technology, and guest services. It serves travelers, hotel owners, franchisees, corporate clients, loyalty members, and hospitality partners. Its operating model centers on a primarily franchised and managed hotel network connected through brands, distribution, commercial systems, and regional support. Teams work across hotel operations, development, revenue, technology, marketing, loyalty, finance, and owner support. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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