EHS Manager
Lucid Motors
·- Location
- King Abdullah Economic City, 02
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 8+ years
Description
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Position Overview
The EHS Manager will lead the Environmental, Health & Safety programs and activities for AMP-2 manufacturing operations in KAEC. The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strong EHS culture while ensuring regulatory compliance, effective risk management, and safe execution of manufacturing activities.
The EHS Manager will partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities, Logistics, Maintenance, HR, and other functions to identify and mitigate workplace risks and integrate EHS requirements into day-to-day operations, new equipment installations, production ramp-up, and continuous improvement activities.
Internal AMP-2 planning confirms dedicated EHS support across General Assembly, Manufacturing/Logistics, Paint and BIW.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the site EHS Management System.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Saudi Arabian environmental, occupational health and safety, civil defense, and industrial regulatory requirements, as well as company EHS standards.
- Provide EHS leadership and direction across AMP-2 manufacturing operations, including General Assembly, Body-in-White, Paint, Stamping, Logistics, Facilities, Maintenance, and supporting functions.
- Lead workplace hazard identification, risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), inspections, and EHS audits.
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate or reduce workplace risks.
- Lead investigations of injuries, incidents, near misses, environmental events, and high-risk conditions, including root-cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
- Establish and monitor site EHS KPIs, leading and lagging indicators, and management reporting.
- Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing teams during equipment installation, commissioning, process changes, and production ramp-up to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated from the design stage.
- Drive contractor safety programs and ensure contractors comply with site EHS requirements.
- Oversee programs related to LOTO, machine safety, confined spaces, working at height, electrical safety, chemical safety, ergonomics, material handling, PPE, and permit-to-work systems.
- Support environmental compliance programs covering waste management, hazardous materials, emissions, spill prevention, and environmental controls.
- Partner with Emergency Response and site stakeholders to maintain effective emergency preparedness and response programs.
- Lead EHS communication, training, awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and leadership engagement initiatives.
- Coach managers and supervisors on their EHS responsibilities and promote a culture where safety ownership is embedded within operations.
- Support occupational health and industrial hygiene programs, including exposure assessments and ergonomic risk management.
- Conduct regular management reviews and communicate significant risks, trends, and improvement opportunities to site leadership.
- Support implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
The internal AMP-2 ergonomics JD specifically references ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, manufacturing risk management, equipment commissioning, production ramp-up, KPIs, audits, occupational health, and collaboration with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, Logistics and Industrial Engineering, which I have carried into this manager-level scope.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- Typically 8+ years of progressive EHS experience, preferably within automotive, manufacturing, industrial, or similarly complex operations.
- Previous experience in an EHS leadership or management role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of occupational safety, environmental compliance, risk management, and incident investigation.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and associated EHS risks.
- Experience supporting new facility launches, equipment commissioning, or manufacturing ramp-up is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, Logistics, HR, and senior leadership.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret EHS data, identify trends, and drive corrective actions.
- Fluent professional English required; Arabic is an advantage.
Preferred Certifications
- NEBOSH International General Certificate or Diploma
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
- ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent
- Relevant Saudi EHS, industrial safety, or environmental certifications
The internal AMP-2 EHS material also identifies NEBOSH IGC and ISO 45001 Lead Auditor as preferred qualifications for EHS-related specialist roles.
Preferred Experience
- Automotive or high-volume manufacturing experience.
- Experience with new factory launches and production ramp-up.
- Experience managing EHS programs across multiple manufacturing shops or operational areas.
- Knowledge of robotics, automation, machine guarding, manufacturing equipment, and material handling systems.
- Experience working with government agencies and regulatory authorities in Saudi Arabia.
- Strong experience in incident investigation, root-cause analysis, auditing, and corrective-action management.
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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