Job Description:

About the Job

To plan, implement, coordinate and manage Safety programs according to construction and maintenance principles in order to ensure safe working conditions and processes are maintained, followed, and improved. The role reports to the Head of Projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the development of OHS policies and programs.
• Track and report on OHS implementation and compliance with standards, rules, and regulations under the OHS act.
• Periodically review and update the company’s Risk Treatment Plan.
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures for all projects.
• Keep abreast with safety regulations in the construction industry, interpret and implement them to ensure compliance.
• Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives.
• Develop, plan, conduct, and coordinate worker training sessions for areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.
• Convene and chair the OHS meetings, maintain minutes and records for safety resolutions.
• From time to time evaluate the adequacy and relevance of existing policy, Implement corrective action for health and safety violations.
• Oversee installations, maintenance, and disposal of substances.
• Maintain and build relationships with external organizations such as fire departments, mutual aid societies, and rescue teams in order to facilitate emergency responses.
• Ensure the organization is prepared for emergency situations with well-practiced response plans.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Reports and Monitoring: Develop OHS reporting matrix, Compile and present Daily OHS reports, Investigate accidents, injuries, or occupational hazards/illnesses to determine causes and put in place preventive measures and present reports, Report and review findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, and environmental tests, Maintain and update regularly employee fitness to work reports, Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claim.
• File and keep a record of Inspections for Facilities, tools, and equipment/Machines in line with prevailing regulations or manufacturers’ recommendation.
• Maintain updated PPE record and issuance matrix.
• Conduct quarterly safety inspections of client sites and prepare a report.
• Recommend process and product safety features that will reduce employees’ exposure to work hazard.
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, environmental studies, or any related field.
• Holder of NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health.
• Key Skills and Competencies: 3 years’ experience as a Health and Safety Officer, Experience in Managing Health and Safety matters in Construction industry will be an added advantage, In depth knowledge and understanding of legislation on health and safety (e.g. OSHA), Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices, Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies, Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics, Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment, Relationship-building skills at a senior level, Excellent organizational and motivational skills, Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability, Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, An aptitude for exercising independent thinking.