HSE Officer

Roles and Responsibilities

The HSE Officer - Senior is responsible for overseeing health, safety, and environmental initiatives within the organization to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a safe work environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and risks.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Train employees on health and safety procedures and ensure adherence to regulations.
• Maintain records and reports on health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and third-party organizations on compliance matters.

Candidate Requirements:

• MOFA attested Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Professional certification in HSE (e.g., NEBOSH) is a plus.
• Proven work experience as an HSE Officer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and implement safety procedures and protocols.
• Proficiency in conducting safety audits and inspections.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with incident investigation and reporting processes.
• Certification in relevant HSE courses and programs.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. Health, Safety, and Environmental Knowledge:

• Health & Safety Regulations: In-depth knowledge of occupational health and safety laws, such as OSHA, and international safety standards.
• Environmental Regulations: Understanding of environmental protection laws and guidelines, such as waste management, emissions controls, and sustainability practices.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to identify, assess, and prioritize potential health, safety, and environmental risks in the workplace.
• Emergency Response: Knowledge of emergency response protocols, first aid, and firefighting techniques to handle hazardous situations.

2. Risk Management and Hazard Analysis:

• Risk Assessment Techniques: Familiarity with methods like Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Risk Matrix to evaluate risks.
• Hazard Identification: Identifying physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and environmental hazards in the workplace.
• Incident Investigation: Ability to investigate accidents or near-miss incidents, identify the root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

3. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

• Compliance Knowledge: Expertise in national and international safety standards and regulations (OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, EPA, etc.) and ensuring company compliance.
• Documentation and Reporting: Proficient in maintaining safety records, accident reports, incident logs, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Auditing: Conducting regular internal audits and inspections to assess compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.

4. Training and Education:

• Safety Training: Developing and delivering safety training programs to staff, ensuring they understand and follow safety procedures and protocols.
• Awareness Campaigns: Promoting safety awareness among employees through campaigns, meetings, and workshops.
• Toolbox Talks: Conducting short, focused safety meetings to address specific hazards or safety concerns on a regular basis.

5. Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Clear Communication: Ability to communicate safety policies, procedures, and instructions clearly and effectively to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing non-compliance or unsafe behavior in a professional manner and resolving conflicts related to safety issues.
• Collaboration: Working closely with management, workers, contractors, and external agencies to implement safety programs and resolve safety concerns.