Health and Safety Officer

Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification: Conduct regular inspections to identify potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and risks in the workplace, and recommend corrective actions.

• Policy Development and Implementation: Create, update, and enforce safety policies and procedures to comply with occupational health and safety standards.
• Training and Awareness: Organize and conduct safety training programs for employees, including proper equipment usage, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.
• Incident Investigation: Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and safety violations, documenting findings and proposing preventive measures.
• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to legal safety requirements and company safety standards, performing audits and inspections as needed.
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain safety records, prepare reports on incidents, and track corrective actions.
• Promoting Safety Culture: Encourage a proactive safety culture by engaging employees, sharing best practices, and promoting safety initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Degree in occupational safety, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Certifications: NEBOSH, OSHA, or equivalent safety certifications are often required, especially in specialized industries like oil and gas.
• Experience: Prior experience in safety management, risk assessment, or a related field is highly valued.
• Skills: Strong communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Proficiency in MS Office and report writing is often required

Job Type: Full-time