Health, Safety, and Environmental Officer at Sanivation

Responsibilities:

Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific Health and Safety plans in compliance with national legislation and international standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits to identify hazards, non-compliances, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure that all personnel on site, including subcontractors and visitors, receive appropriate safety inductions and training.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses, and ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain and report on HSE performance indicators, near misses, and incidents.
• Collaborate with supervision consultants to ensure consistent HSE enforcement and reporting across all works.

Environmental Management

• Monitor the implementation of the project’s Environmental Social & Health Management Plans (ESHMP) aligned with local environmental regulations and Sanivation’s environmental policy.
• Monitor construction activities to minimize environmental impact, including air quality, noise, water use, waste management, and biodiversity protection.
• Ensure proper waste segregation, disposal, and materials handling procedures are followed.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and environmental consultants as needed to ensure compliance.

Social Welfare & Compliance

• Promote and monitor adherence to labor standards, gender equity, community relations, and grievance mechanisms.
• Identify and mitigate any adverse social impacts associated with construction activities.
• Facilitate training and awareness sessions on community relations and social safeguards for site personnel.

Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate with local communities and stakeholders to ensure transparent and respectful engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the key liaison between Sanivation’s internal teams and external contractors on all HSE matters.
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure that construction decisions support long-term operational safety and sustainability.
• Participate in regular construction meetings to provide HSE input into planning, risk assessments, and design adjustments.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and response drills with relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Health and Safety or related degree
• 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles at busy sites
• DOSH/NEBOSH certified
• In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations, DOSH guidelines, and other relevant health and safety legislation
• Experience in Environmental and Social regulations and compliance in Kenya
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills and attention to details
• Proficiency in using standard office software (e.g., MS Office Suite)