On behalf of our happy client, we are looking for a responsible Health, Safety and Environmental Officer to facilitate compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.
Responsibilities
Support the development of OHS policies
and programs
Advise and instruct on various
safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.)
Conduct risk assessment and enforce
preventative measures
Review existing policies and measures and
update according to legislation
Initiate and organize OHS training of
employees and executives
Inspect premises and the work of
personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective
equipment)
Oversee installations, maintenance,
disposal of substances, etc
Stop any unsafe acts or processes that
seem dangerous or unhealthy
Record and investigate incidents to
determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
Prepare reports on occurrences and
provide statistical information to upper management
Write and submit concrete and accurate
reports on incidents
Adhere to established medical protocols
and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards
The ideal candidate will be part of the team and
responsible for planning, monitoring and reporting of the project progress and capable of working in multinational environment
Qualifications Required
BSc. in Safety Management, Engineering or
any relevant field is preferred
Certificate in occupational health and
safety (Advantage if available)
Proven 4+ years working experience in the same field
In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g.
OSHA/EPA) and procedures
Knowledge of potentially hazardous
materials or practices
Experience in writing reports and
policies for health and safety
Familiarity with conducting data analysis
and reporting statistics
Proficient in MS Office; Working
knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
Outstanding organizational skills
Diligent with great attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with the
ability to present and explain health and safety topics