APCO invites applications for the position of “SENIOR HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER”.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Health, Safety and Environmental Officer is responsible for identifying, assessing and advising on risks arising from the workplace or work processes, recommending measures to eliminate or minimise and control the risks and implementing the measures. The SHSE Officer will also be responsible for preventing or reducing health and environmental risks and improving quality of processes.
Key Deliverables:
1. Policy Development and Implementation:
o Develop, update, and implement health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
2. Compliance Monitoring:
o Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.
3. Risk Assessment:
o Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential dangers in the workplace.
4. Training and Education:
o Provide training sessions to employees on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the proper use of safety equipment.
5. Incident Investigation:
o Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
6. Emergency Response Planning:
o Develop and implement emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, first aid, and coordination with emergency services.
7. Safety Inspections:
o Conduct regular inspections of the workplace to identify and rectify safety hazards.
8. Safety Communication:
o Facilitate communication between management and employees regarding safety concerns and initiatives.
9. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
o Ensure the availability and proper use of personal protective equipment, and conduct assessments to determine its effectiveness.
10. Environmental Management:
o Monitor and manage environmental aspects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainability.
11. Record Keeping:
o Maintain accurate records related to safety training, incidents, inspections, and any other relevant data.
12. Collaboration:
o Collaborate with other departments to integrate safety considerations into various processes and projects.
13. Safety Culture Promotion:
o Promote a positive safety culture by fostering awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement.
14. Reporting:
o Prepare and submit regular reports to management regarding safety performance, incidents, and compliance status.
15. Emergency Drills:
o Organize and conduct regular emergency response drills to ensure preparedness.
16. Continuous Improvement:
o Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned from incidents and inspections.