Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Officer at African Industries Group (AIG)

Responsibilities
Safety Compliance & Inspections:

• Ensure adherence to applicable safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Maintain and update safety documentation, including MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), safety manuals, and emergency response plans.

Policy Development & Implementation:

• Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific safety protocols and procedures.

Training & Awareness:

• Conduct safety training programs for all plant personnel.
• Organize fire drills and emergency response exercises.

Incident Management:

• Investigate accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare detailed reports with corrective actions.
• Develop strategies for mitigating risks identified during investigations or inspections.

Hazard Mitigation:

• Evaluate and improve safety equipment and PPE compliance.

Liaison:

• Coordinate with regulatory authorities, local fire departments, and environmental agencies, for inspections and compliance.
• Act as the safety point of contact for contractors and external parties working on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Safety & Fire Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering with Diploma in Safety , or related field.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience with the above responsibilities.
• OSHA Certification in Occupational Safety or equivalent.
• Ability to manage and enforce compliance under high-pressure situations.