Health, Safety and Environment Officer at ECLAT HR Consulting

Responsibilities

We seek a Quality surveyor who can deliver on the following:

• Ensure that employees have proper safety training and are aware of hazards in their work environment.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and inspections to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• Develop and implement health and safety management systems to identify and control hazards, mitigate risks, and promote a safe working environment on construction sites
• Inform workers of potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate risks.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental breaches to identify root causes and develop strategies to prevent their recurrence.
• Write reports detailing accident investigations and conclusions to inform future safety measures.
• Conduct regular health, safety, and environmental audits and inspections of construction sites to identify deficiencies, hazards, and non-compliance.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote health, safety, and environmental awareness among construction workers, contractors, and management.
• Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, first aid protocols, and communication systems.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure emergency preparedness and effectively coordinate response efforts.
• Ensure that safety equipment, signage, and environmental controls are in place and functional.
• Inspect, identify, and assist in correcting unsafe conditions, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and reporting workplace incidents.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to health, safety, and environmental performance, including training records, inspection reports, incident documentation, and permits.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Science, Public Health Engineering, and relevant field.
• 2 -3 years of experience in Health Safety and Environment Officer, or similar role.
• HSE qualification such as NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) general certificate or an equivalent.
• Certification in first aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is added advantage.

Required Competencies:

• Risk management skills
• Experience in writing reports and policies for health and safety.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and management ability.