Safety & Health Officer
- Mauritius
- Negotiable
- Permanent
- Added 21/11/2024
- Closing 21/12/2024
- HR Team
We are looking for a dedicated Safety & Health Officer to join our team, maintain our high safety standards and ensure compliance with prevailing regulations.
𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:
As a Safety and Health Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Section 20 of the OSHA 2005.
Your key duties will include:
- Conduct regular safety and health audits to identify potential risks in the workplace
- Assess and recommend adequate preventive and protective safety and health measures to safeguard the safety and health of all individuals on-site
- Provide written advice to the employer on minimising risks through practical measures and appropriate techniques
- Design and implement training programs on occupational safety and health, and maintain accurate records
- Review and update safety procedures and measures regularly to ensure compliance with legal requirements
- Develop effective communication systems for safety-related matters between the employer and employees
- Perform regular safety inspections of all workplace areas, document findings
- Investigate employee complaints, accidents, and dangerous occurrences, and provide detailed reports with recommended safety measures
- Implement and maintain a comprehensive safety and health management system to ensure ongoing compliance with legal requirements and safety practices
- Must be willing to work odd hours when necessary to meet safety and health requirements
𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲:
- A Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Occupational Safety and Health or Occupational Safety and Health Management offered by any public university in Mauritius, or its equivalent as certified by the Higher Education Commission; as per the FIRST SCHEDULE [Sections 29 and 105] of OSHA 2005
- Demonstrated experience as a Safety and Health Officer in the construction industry is preferred
- Comprehensive knowledge of health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations relevant to construction
- Strong ability to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely and effective responses to safety issues and emergencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to train, influence, and collaborate effectively with employees and management
- Strong attention to detail in identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing practical, safety-driven solutions
- Expertise in statistical analysis and presentation, with the ability to interpret data, generate reports and present findings clearly
- Proficient in Google Suite tools, Microsoft 365, and other relevant software applications
- Holder of a valid driving licence
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
The General Construction Company Limited
- Industrial Zone Plaine Lauzun, Port Louis, Mauritius