HSE Officer at Green Africa

Job Role

• Responsible for carrying out inspection of workplaces and taking necessary actions to ensure compliance
• Developing and implementing relevant HSE policies and procedures
• Conducting risks assessment and developing a HSE gap analysis for Green Africa
• Highlighting non-compliance of safety issue(s) with assigned Project Manager / Facility Manager and recording discussions inclusive of recommendations with timelines for management’s information and follow-up action
• Producing status reports monthly and undertaking follow-up on recommended remedial actions to ensure compliance
• Preparing and issuing HSE information/guidelines to the Head of department as necessary
• Assisting drafting and implementation of an Employee Health and Safety Handbook, Templates for the conduct of Risks Assessments and any other HSE Guidelines forms for use throughout the Organization
• Completing HSE Audits in accordance with the OSH Act and Amendments and the approved Audit Plans
• Performing Health & Safety Risk Assessments at an assigned location - both scheduled and unscheduled
• Assisting in carrying out industrial hygiene surveys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in any field
• Proven experience in Health and Safety Management
• Proficient in computer-based applications used for hazard reporting and risk assessment
• Have relevant certifications or qualifications as regards Health and Safety Management System
• Understanding of HSE fundamentals
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Thorough knowledge of current health and safety best practices and standards
• Certification in Behavioural Safety Management will be an added advantage.

Must have skills:

• Project management
• Risk assessment
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Auditing
• Emergency response
• Organization