Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer at Penafort Energy Limited

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer to develop, implement, and monitor workplace health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting a safe work environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing workplace risks, conducting inspections, and driving a culture of safety across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

Health and Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine workplace inspections and identify potential hazards and unsafe practices.
• Monitor and enforce the use of appropriate safety measures and protective equipment.

Risk Assessment and Compliance

• Carry out risk assessments and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Investigate workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses and prepare reports.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and follow up on closure.
• Ensure operational activities comply with safety and environmental requirements.

Training and Awareness

• Organize and conduct HSE induction and awareness sessions for employees.
• Deliver safety training and emergency preparedness programs.
• Promote employee awareness of workplace safety responsibilities and best practices.

Environmental Management

• Monitor environmental practices and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Support waste management and environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain records relating to environmental compliance and inspections.

Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate emergency response procedures and evacuation drills.
• Ensure emergency equipment and safety resources are available and functional.
• Participate in emergency investigations and response planning.

Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain HSE records, reports, permits, and documentation.
• Prepare periodic HSE performance reports for Management.
• Track safety metrics and recommend improvement initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Promote a strong safety culture across the organization.
• Recommend initiatives to improve health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Support Management in achieving operational and compliance objectives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of workplace incidents and accidents
• Completion of safety inspections
• Training completion rate
• Compliance audit results
• Corrective action closure rate
• Employee HSE awareness level

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional HSE certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 1–3 years’ relevant HSE experience.
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and risk management practices.
• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, and safety training.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HSE principles
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Investigation and reporting skills
• Communication and training skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Leadership and teamwork
• Report writing and documentation