Base Titanium Limited,
the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Limited, is
developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km
south of Mombasa.
The project is now
funded and construction commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011.
Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community in which it operates and on attracting and developing good people.
Kwale is the first
large mining development in Kenya since 1911 and represents an exciting
opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful
development of the project. Pragmatic and pro-active candidates with strong
integrity and who work well in a team environment are encouraged to apply.
Reporting to the
Occupational Health & Safety Manager, theSafety Officer will be responsible for provision of support and up to date
advice OH& S matters for a fixed term of twelve months during construction
and
commissioning.
commissioning.
Key accountabilities
include:
- Assist
with the development, review and implementation of site OH&S policy
and procedures.
- General
data entry and OH&S records management to meet site and statutory
needs.
- Conduct
site specific induction and general OH&S awareness training.
- Identify
specific OH&S education and awareness needs and develop programs to
suit.
- Conduct
various audits and inspections as required.
- Assist
with Site OH&S activities as required by the OH&S Manager.
- Assist
other staff with the provision of First Aid services.
Qualifications and experience:
The ideal candidate
will:
- Hold a
tertiary qualification. Proven experience in lieu of a tertiary
qualification will be considered.
- Have 5
years’ experience in a similar role.
- Be
familiar with the legislative and statutory requirements of OH&S.
- Possess
good oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate
an ability to work in a challenging environment with a multinational
workforce with minimal supervision and high ethical standards.
- Possess
good computer skills.
- Have
ability to work in a team.
Eligible applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae with a cover
letter, copy of Identity Card, copies of qualifications and three traceable
references for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, clearly marked
“Application for Safety Officer position” to:
Email: recruitment@basetitanium.com
Applications must be
received on or before 9th May 2012.
