Occupational Health And Safety Officer at Malindi Water and Sewerage Company

Job Specification

• Malindi Water and Sanitation Company invites qualified, proactive, and results-oriented individuals to apply for the position of Occupational Health and Safety Officer.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR
• Diploma in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience
• Professional certification from a recognized body (NEBOSH, IOSH, or
• NITA/DOSHS-accredited OHS training).
• Practical knowledge of OSHA 2007, EMCA regulations, and water/sanitation sector safety standards.
• Strong skills in accident investigation and reporting, risk assessment, and safety training.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Competencies

• High integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in demanding field and plant environment

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor occupational health and safety systems across all utility operations, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, fecal sludge treatment facilities, and field desludging activities.
• Conduct routine hazard identification and risk assessments in accordance with OSHA 2007, WIBA, and related subsidiary legislation.
• Ensure compliance with EMCA (1999), NEMA regulations, WASREB guidelines, and County sanitation bylaws.
• Develop and review OHS policies, SOPs, emergency response plans, permits-to-work, and confined- space entry procedures.
• Conduct staff and contractor training on workplace safety, chemical handling, biological hazard prevention, and safe FST operations.
• Lead investigation and reporting of incidents, near misses, and occupational illnesses while maintaining statutory records.
• Coordinate workplace registration, audits, and inspections with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHS).
• Oversee PPE standards, hygiene facilities, and safe use of machinery and equipment.
• Support safe handling, transport, and reuse of treated sludge products in compliance with NEMA and County requirements