Safety and Health Officer
- Pamplemousses
- Negotiable
- Permanent
- Added 18/03/2025
- Closing 17/04/2025
- Leshni Jhurry-Ramsawock
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We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety and Health Officer to join our team who will be responsible for overseeing and promoting safety practices within our organization. Through compliance, he/she will also foster a culture of safety to protect the well-being of all stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities
- To develop, implement and maintain safety policies and procedures in accordance with local regulations to ensure a safe working envitonment
- To carry out risk assessment for our different facilities and take remedial actions to eliminate identified risks
- To carry out monthly safety visits and audits for our different facilities
- To identify and conduct or organise regular training sessions for employees on health and Safety procedures, emergency response plans and on other H & S topics
- To lead investigations into workplace accidents, injuries or near-miss incidents. Prepare reports and recomment corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- To develop and implement emergency response plans including evacuation procedures and first aid protocols
- To ensure that the organisation provides appropriate PPE and that it is correctly used by all employees.
- To assist in the running of Health & Safety Committees
- To regularly prepare and submit reports to management highlighting areas of concern and improvement
- To work closely with other departments to address safety concerns and foster a culture of safety throughout the organisation
- Any other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Passionate about Safety and Health
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health
- Proven experience (3 years) as a Safety and Health Officer
- Strong knowledge of health and Safety regulations and practices
- Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to remain calm and focused in emergency situations
- Proficient in MS office
Benefits
- Health and Pension Schemes
- 24hr Personal Accident Cover
- Staff Happiness Programs
- Company Doctor
- Incentives
- Staff Discount