Implement, regularly review, and communicate safety and health policies and procedures, monitor and ensure strict adherence to the Safety & Health rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Prepare and update health & safety plans, review them on a regular basis and keep them up to date always and recommend areas of improvement in the Management Systems.
Organise regular safety and health committees as per legal provisions.
Initiate, organise and implement appropriate safety and health training programmes including induction training for employees, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Carry out regular occupational safety health audits and conduct relevant risk assessments, submit reports, and enforce corrective measures on a timely basis.
Inspect workplace on a regular basis to identify issues or non – conformity, record findings and enforce necessary actions where unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy are detected.
Investigate occupational accidents and submit reports with remedial actions, having in mind the objective to maintain a safe working environment for all.
Any other cognate duties related to the position.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Occupational Safety Health or any equivalent qualification.
At least 3 years of proven working experience in the capacity of a Health & Safety Officer.
Other Requisites
A can do, positive attitude.
Fully conversant with safety, health and environmental legislations.
Eligible for registration as Safety Health Officer under Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem – solving and decision-making aptitude.
Team player, Dynamic, committed and proactive.
Excellent time management and multitasking skills.