Senior Safety Officer - Telecommunications

Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Senior Safety Officer to join the Telecommunications Branch and play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of occupational health and safety across all work environments.

Introduction: As a Senior Safety Officer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive Health & Safety strategies, systems, and structures within the Telecommunications Branch. Your focus will be on ensuring ongoing legal compliance with safety regulations, conducting hazard analyses, and promoting a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Health & Safety Systems: Develop and maintain Health & Safety frameworks, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards, including OHSACT and COID ACT.
2. Inspections & Audits: Conduct regular inspections, internal audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
3. Hazard Analysis & Mitigation: Lead workplace hazard analyses and develop action plans to mitigate potential risks.
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Ensure that all personnel, contractors, and visitors are provided with and wear the proper PPE.
5. Training & Orientation: Develop and deliver safety training to employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring they are familiar with the organization's safety standards.
6. Incident Reporting: Document and report on occupational health and safety incidents and compliance status within the organization.
7. Collaboration: Liaise with other Health & Safety officials and departments within and outside of the City to maintain safety consistency across operations.
8. Safety Leadership: Enforce control and preventive measures for safety compliance and engage disciplinary action for any violations of safety procedures.
9. Administrative Duties: Provide general administrative support related to safety procedures and protocols.

Requirements:

1. Qualifications & Experience:
   1. Education: 3-year National Diploma, B-TECH, or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
   2. Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience in Health & Safety, with a focus on the telecommunications and public sector.
   3. Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices, particularly in telecommunications and construction environments.
   4. Professional Registration: Registration with a professional safety body is desirable.
   5. Skills: Excellent administrative skills and the ability to lead safety programs and enforce compliance.
   6. Requirements: Valid driver's license, able-bodied, and available 24/7 if required.