Application Deadline: June 08, 2022

Background

A safety officer is a key professional in the work environment. Safety officers provide safety management, advice, monitoring, and reporting in the workplace, and engage staff in programs that ensure safe practice in the workplace. We are looking to employ a qualified and competent safety officer who will be responsible for the health and safety of staff in the workplace. The safety officer will compile safety programs and standardize them to remain consistent, as well as share best practice techniques at regular staff meetings.

To ensure success as a safety officer, you must stay updated with the latest trends in health and safety, and consistently implement these practices in the workplace. Ultimately, safety officer will maintain compliance with all safety regulations and ensure that every member of staff complies with the regulated standards. You will provide advice on measures to minimize hazards or unhealthy situations. You will also be on a constant lookout for violations. 

The ideal candidate will be a responsible individual who swears by occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations. Your work will be largely focused on prevention so you need to be conscientious and farsighted. The ideal candidate will also be detail-oriented and ready to act in emergencies.

The goal is to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.

Job description

·        Support the development of occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations, policies and programs.

·        Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics and Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures

·        Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation.

·        Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives

·        Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)

·        Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances etc.

·        Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy

·        Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims

·        prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to upper management

Job Requirements

Requirements and skills

• Diploma/Level IV/BSc in safety management, electricity, electrical engineering, and other relevant engineering field is preferred with 5/4 year of experiences
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics and other related issues
• Proven experience as safety officer and knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports of health and safety and familiarity with employee safety requirements
• Outstanding organizational skills and diligent with great attention to detail
• Certificate in occupational health and safety is more preferable.
• Must be able to multi-task and be self-motivated.
• Required Number: 3

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply only via email: hr@kerchanshe.com