Job Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health.
- Provide technical advice and coordination in line with the project OHS Plan, legislation and standards into work groups as required/directed.
- Assist with implementation and monitoring of project ERP (Emergency Response Plan).
- Delivery of project safety induction and other identified safety training.
- Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
- Ensure the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
- Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations.
- Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented.
- Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and employees are aware of their responsibilities.
- Co-ordinate the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures.
- Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained.
- Establish a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks.
- Establish a structured programme of health & safety training throughout the Company.
- Assist in Managing the agenda for the Health & Safety Committee meetings. Ensure that all agreed action points are completed within deadlines.
- Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the business.
- Participate in weekly/monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health & safety matters.
- Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, engineering, construction, occupational safety and health, or related field
- NEBOSH International General Certificate
- Experience in Road Diversions
- Three (5) to five (10) years of previous experience in comprehensive workplace safety and compliance programs & solid infrastructure/roads/bridges/sewerage networks
- Solid knowledge of the local legislation and guideline changes