Occupation Health & Safety Officer at Haco Industries Kenya Limited

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of HR & Administration, the role holder will spearhead the implementation of OHS agenda by ensuring that the company maintains a safe working environment and complies with occupational safety and health regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take lead in the development and implementation of OHS strategy, policies, procedures and work practices to ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations and standards.
• Spearhead the development and execution of employee wellness programs.
• Conduct various workplace health & safety audits and inspections to identify and address potential hazards.
• Foster cordial working relationship with the various key OHS stakeholders namely DOSHS, Ministry of Health, County Government etc.
• Develop and implement workplace and safety trainings that proactively address the need and promote safety culture.
• Monitoring and reporting organizational compliance to OHS statutes and best standards.
• Foster employee active involvement in OHS through the OHS Committee, fire and first aid pillars.
• Investigate workplace incidents and accidents, compile accidents report and develop actions and implement measures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Draft and submit monthly OHS reports that includes safety indices to the management for decision making.
• Respond to and investigate safety concerns and complaints from staff and take appropriate action to address the issues promptly.
• Proper documentation of all OHS policies and procedures, audit reports, accident reports, health and safety certifications, hazards identified, and corrective actions taken.
• Organize and coordinate all meetings and activities for the OHS committee and sub-committees and ensure timely closure of all actions generated from the meetings.
• Supervising various construction works in the company to ensure adherence to Ohs standards.
• Monitoring changes in OHS regulations and industry standards to ensure ongoing compliance and recommending necessary changes to the management for execution.

The Person

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety, or any other related qualification.
• At least 5 years’ experience as OHS Officer preferably in manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems Standard.
• DOSHS approved trainer.
• Experience with managing health and safety in administration/construction works.
• Proficiency in OHS data analysis and safety indices reporting.
• A good advocate and ambassador of OHS in the workplace.
• Superior interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Possesses good oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced people management skills.
• Attention to detail.