SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER
\n1.0 Job Identification
\nJob Title:\u00a0Safety and Heath Officer
\nGrade:\u00a0ZMP
\nDepartment:\u00a0Human Resource
\nLocation:\u00a0Zampalm HQs, Kanchibiya
\nTenure:\u00a03 years Contract
\n2.0 Job Description.
\nThe Safety and Health Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all employees, visitors, and contractors. This includes identifying and mitigating hazards, developing and implementing safety policies and procedures, and providing training and guidance to employees.
\n3.0 Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
KEY RESULT AREAS<\/p>\n
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES(DUTIES)<\/p>\n
Safety inspections and record keeping<\/p>\n
Conduct regular safety inspections of the workplace to identify potential hazards and report findings to the Human Resource Manager.<\/p>\n
Risk Assessments<\/p>\n
Identify and assess potential hazards in the workplace and develop strategies to mitigate or eliminate them.<\/p>\n
Safety Policies and Procedures<\/p>\n
Create and update safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant Safety laws and regulations.<\/p>\n
Records<\/p>\n
Keep accurate and up-to-date records of safety incidents, training, and inspections.<\/p>\n
Training<\/p>\n
Delivery of orientations and safety trainings to employees.<\/p>\n
Support<\/p>\n
Provide safety support to employees, including answering safety-related questions and providing guidance on safety procedures.<\/p>\n
Incident investigation<\/p>\n
Investigation of workplace incidents, including injuries, illnesses, and near-misses.<\/p>\n
Maintenance<\/p>\n
Ensure that safety equipment and supplies are maintained and readily available.<\/p>\n
Compliance<\/p>\n
Assist with ensuring compliance with relevant safety and health laws, regulations, and industry standards<\/p>\n
4.0 Reporting Relationships
\nReports to: Human Resource Manager
\n4.1 Number and Level of Immediate Subordinates<\/p>\n
4 x Assistant Safety officers<\/p>\n
Knowledge and Skill Levels<\/p>\n
A strong understanding of safety and health laws and regulations including OSHE, EPA, and industry-specific standards.<\/p>\n
Minimum Primary\/ Secondary Education:<\/p>\n
Full\u00a0Grade 12 GCE Level Certificate or GCSE<\/p>\n
5.2\u00a0Minimum Vocational\/Professional Qualifications<\/p>\n
A minimum of\u00a0Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field is required.
\nMust be a member of the Zambia Occupational Safety and Health Environment (OSHE)<\/p>\n
5.3 Certifications:<\/p>\n
Relevant Certifications<\/p>\n
Minimum Relevant Work Experience:<\/p>\n
At least a minimum of 3 years of experience in\u00a0Safety and Health\u00a0or any related field<\/p>\n
5.5 Desired Attributes<\/p>\n
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
\nThe ability to analyse data, identify hazards, and develop effective solutions is critical.
\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team<\/p>\n
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, excel and PowerPoint<\/p>\n
6.0 Job Description Approval
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