Officer Safety Job

AREAS OF SERVICE:( Based in Swakopmund, traveling to other locations Midgard, Mokuti & Chobe)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To monitor, evaluate and report on the operational execution of action items related to safety and environmental management, as documented in the SHE plan; EMP; Fire management Plan and Emergency plan. To provide professional support to the business when required in the execution of the mentioned plans as well as compliance to relevant legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree or Diploma in Safety Management / SAMTRAC/NEBOSH.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a safety management field.
• Familiar with ISO 45001 Requirements.
• Professional knowledge in the safety field.
• Understanding of safety legislation in Namibia.
• Experience in Leisure and/or food preparation facilities would be an advantage.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the organization with the implementation and maintenance of an effective operational safety management system in line with Group Standards and international best practice.
• Conduct inspections to ensure that safety operating procedures are being adhered to and that other components of the safety and environmental management system are entrenched within business practices.
• Conduct risk assessments if and when required.
• Conduct risk assessments on any new projects executed on site.

• Maintain legal appointments within the OpCo in line with the agreed framework.
• Conduct compliance reviews as per safety related CRMPs.
• Maintain and report on safety statistics at OpCo level.
• Ensure that safety related incident and investigation reports are completed .
• Ensure that Ministry of Labour and the Group Health & Wellness department is informed of all incidents as specified in relevant requirements.
• Conduct regular testing of emergency preparedness.
• Liaise with line managers, supervisors and SLT regarding any safety and environmental matters which could have an influence on the ability of the organization to execute its business in a sustainable manner.

O&L - a Great Place to Work.

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. O&L Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requisition ID: 3478