Our
Client is a leading general marine contractor providing services by sea and
river, over beaches and on land to the oil industry, projects, construction and
logistics organizations using their combined experience, know-how, and
equipment.
They
own, manage and operate a fleet of Tugs, Barges, Supply vessels, Self elevating
work platforms, Utility vessels, Cranes and Rolling stock; all which are available
for hire or as part of turnkey packages.
They are seeking a Health
& Safety Manager to
join their team. The position will be based in Mombasa.
§ Planning,
establishing, documenting, implementing and maintaining good Occupational
Health and Environmental Management Systems to competitive health, safety and
environmental standards within the organization
§ Promote
good health, safety and environmental practices throughout company activities,
products and services.
§ Review
the Company Health, Safety and Environment Policy Statements on a regular basis
and ensure awareness and implementation.
§ Devising,
developing and monitoring effective Risk Assessment strategies and make
recommendations on the implementation of these strategies.
§ Reviewing
and developing health and safety policies, procedures and guidance, in keeping
with best practice and make recommendations on their implementation and
application.
§ Providing
independent professional advice and technical information where appropriate to
the management to enable the company to discharge its statutory, common and
moral obligations, keeping staff and Managers abreast of changes in HS&E
Legislation and Codes of Practice.
§ Providing
training for staff in relation to Health and Safety policies, practice and
procedures.
§ Proposing,
implementing and monitoring measures necessary to comply with HS&E
Legislation and Codes of Practice.
§ Carry
out or arrange workplace safety/Environmental audits and ensure that any
remedial recommendations are implemented.
§ Ensuring
that statutory requirements are being upheld throughout the organization e.g.
OSHA, EMCA, Water Act, public health Act and those that company subscribes to.
§ Maintaining
accident statistics analyses trends and propose and take remedial action where
necessary.
§ Investigating
or arrange for all accidents and near-misses to be investigated, prepare report
of findings, including recommendations to prevent recurrence and implement
approved course of action.
§ Assisting
and supporting line managers in the preparation of risk assessments. Monitor
the availability and appropriateness of risk assessments and, where necessary,
safe working practices
§ Maintaining
a register of First Aiders and ensure the adequate provision of first-aid and
welfare facilities. Ensure all First Aiders are appropriately trained, and
provide training to members of staff to enable them to become Fist Aiders.
§ Developing
procedures to ensure that all contractors, suppliers, consultants and other
irregular visitors to the company comply with relevant legislation and company
safety and Environmental policies.
§ Meeting
and co-operating with visiting health, safety and environmental regulatory
officers as required..
§ Undertaking
company inspections in conjunction with appointed trade union representatives
and members of the company H&S Committee.
§ Ensuring
the implementation of the Company Fire and Evacuation Procedure and monitor its
effectiveness by undertaking fire evacuation drills on all sites at least twice
per fiscal year.
§ Identifying
and implement opportunities/concepts for continuous environmental improvement
programmes.
§ Promoting
and coordinating the integration of environmental management and sustainability
issues into policies, rules, products, services and operations
Minimum Academic & Professional
Qualifications:
§ BSC
in Environmental Sciences or related fields
§ A
minimum of (3) year’s relevant work experience.
§ Post
graduate certificate in Occupational Health & Safety,
§ Well
versed with Occupational Safety and Health Act, Environmental Management and
Co-ordination Act and Other relevant legislations.
§ Strong
communication skills, both verbal and written (training/presentations/report
writing).
§ Ability
to lead and direct teams and /or committees.
§ Must
be IT proficient (Word, Excel and Power Point).
§ Skilled
in the standards, concepts, practices, and procedures within the health, safety
and environmental fields.
§ Demonstrated
strong interpersonal skills
§ Scientific
Analytical Skills.
§ Independent
thinker, creative, honest and reliable.
Qualified
candidates are required to send their cover letters and Resumes to
apply@kenyajobsconnection.com by 25th November 2011.
Kindly
indicate current and expected Salary.
Ensure
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