Careers at Tatu City Limited

Position Overview

• The HSE Officer will be responsible for initiating, developing, implementing, and coordinating environmental health and safety management plans, programs, policies, and strategies to ensure a safe working environment across Tatu City. The role enforces total HSE compliance on site, conducts audits and inspections, and prepares reports with corrective actions where required.

Key Responsibilities

• HSE Planning: Develop and implement safety management plans, policies, and strategies in line with legislation and industry best practices.
• Audits & Inspections: Perform daily and scheduled audits of work sites to ensure compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Reporting: Prepare inspection reports, maintain injury logs, and submit findings to management and relevant government agencies.
• Stakeholder Guidance: Advise and instruct employees, contractors, and visitors on safety topics including noise, machinery use, and waste disposal.
• Training: Organize OHS training sessions, inductions for contractors, and emergency drills.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all works comply with Kenyan building codes, local authority regulations, and Group policies on anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and quality standards.
• Hazard Investigation: Investigate complaints, accidents, disease outbreaks, and hazardous spills; identify physical, biological, and chemical risks.
• Contractor Oversight: Review and approve subcontractor safety plans, verify adequacy of tools and equipment, and monitor site operations for compliance.

Requirements

Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 8-10 years’ experience as a safety officer, with a minimum of 3 years spent in a supervisory role.
• Profound knowledge of industry standards and regulations (OSHA)
• Experience writing reports and policies for health and safety.
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Ability to communicate excellently in both oral and written format.
• Ability to climb heights using ladders or scaffolding.
• OSHA 30-hour certification is an added advantage.

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Description

• The Senior HSE Officer will oversee all health, safety, and environmental management aspects of Jabali Towers and Porini Point, landmark mixed-use high-rise development within Tatu City. This senior, site-based position is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing a world-class Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system that fosters a “zero-harm” culture across the project.
• The role demands an influential leader with extensive experience managing complex construction risks and a proven ability to champion health and safety excellence on major high-rise developments.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

HSE System Development & Implementation

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project-Specific HSE Plan in line with company policy, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and Kenyan legal requirements.
• Establish and manage all HSE procedures, including risk assessment protocols, permit-to-work systems, emergency response plans, and incident investigation frameworks.
• Act as the principal source of HSE expertise, providing continuous guidance and technical support to the project management team and all contractors.

Site Safety & Environmental Management

• Lead a team of HSE officers to ensure the consistent and effective implementation of safety standards across the construction site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and ensure timely implementation of corrective measures.
• Manage and control all high-risk activities, including work at height, lifting operations, confined space entry, excavation, and electrical works.
• Oversee on-site environmental management, including waste control, pollution prevention, and noise management in compliance with NEMA regulations.

Training, Culture & Communication

• Develop and deliver comprehensive HSE induction training for all project personnel and visitors.
• Organize and facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and targeted safety training sessions based on site risk profiles.
• Champion a proactive safety culture by promoting accountability, engagement, and empowerment across all levels of the workforce.
• Lead detailed incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of effective preventative measures.

Compliance, Monitoring & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with Kenyan legislation, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA).
• Maintain all HSE records and prepare detailed reports on performance metrics, highlighting leading and lagging indicators for management review.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities (e.g., NEMA, DOSHS), clients, and external stakeholders on all HSE matters.

Requirements

Hard Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
•  NEBOSH International Diploma (or equivalent) required; membership with a recognized professional body (e.g., CMIOSH, Grad IOSH) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive HSE management experience within the construction industry, including at least 5 years in a senior site-based role.
• Proven track record as Lead HSE Manager on large-scale, high-rise, or complex mixed-use developments.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan OSH and environmental legislation, as well as international HSE best practices.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and auditing integrated HSE management systems compliant with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

Soft Skills & Personal Attributes

•  Leadership: Assertive, visible, and influential - capable of driving a safety-first mindset across diverse project teams.
•  Influencing Skills: Skilled at persuading contractors, consultants, and workers to adopt and maintain safe work practices.
•  Communication: Clear and confident communicator with the ability to conduct effective training and prepare professional HSE reports.
•  Attention to Detail: Methodical and precise when conducting inspections, documenting findings, and investigating incidents.
•  Resilience & Decisiveness: Calm and authoritative in emergencies, with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
•  Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards and commitment to upholding safety without compromise.