Safety Officer at West Kenya Sugar Limited

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Policy and program management: Develop, implement and manage comprehensive health and safety programs and policies at project sites.
• Compliance and reporting: Ensure the project meets all company, industry and regulatory guidelines. This includes maintaining required safety documentation and submitting reports
• Morning Briefings: Conducting safety briefings at the beginning of each workday to highlight potential hazards, discuss safety measures and reinforce the importance of adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project management teams, engineers and subcontractors to address safety concerns and develop site-specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs).
• Site Safety Walkthroughs: Regularly walking through construction sites to visually inspect ongoing work, identify potential safety risks and engage with workers to address any concerns
• Site inspections and risk assessment: Conduct regular inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations and project-specific safety plans.
• Accident investigation: Serve as the primary contact for incident and injury notification, leading the investigation of accidents to determine root causes and prevent future occurrences.
• Training and education: Develop and deliver site orientation, safety meetings and other training programs for all site personnel, including subcontractors.
• Documentation and records: Organize and maintain all necessary project safety documentation and records.
• Emergency response: Develop and implement emergency preparedness and response plans, such as traffic control plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge in management and leadership
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision resourcefully.
• Innovative and creative.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related discipline
• NEBOSH Training will be an added advantage
• 3 Years hands on experience in handling Safety and health issues in a busy manufacturing industry.
• Training in QMS, FSMS, EMS, Firefighting and First Aid will be an added advantage
• Expert knowledge of OSH, WIBA, EMCA and subsidiary legislation