Safety Officer

Purpose Drivern Excellence in everything we do.

Grade: C5

Department: HL Safety

Line Manager: Franziska Rüeck

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To monitor, evaluate and report on the operational execution of action items related to safety and environmental management, as documented in the SHE plan; EMP; Fire management Plan and Emergency plan. To provide professional support to the business when required in the execution of the mentioned plans as well as compliance to relevant legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree or Diploma in Safety Management / SAMTRAC/NEBOSH.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a safety management field.
• Familiar with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Requirements.
• Professional knowledge in the safety field.
• Understanding of safety legislation in Namibia.
• Experience in FMCG and Manufacturing facilities would be an advantage.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the organization with the implementation and maintenance of an effective operational safety management system in line with Group Standards and international best practice.

• Conduct inspections to ensure that safety operating procedures are being adhered to and that other components of the safety and environmental management system are entrenched within business practices.

• Conduct risk assessments if and when required.

• Conduct risk assessments on any new projects executed on site.

• Maintain legal appointments within Hartlief in line with the agreed framework.

• Conduct compliance reviews as per safety related CRMPs.

• Maintain and report on safety statistics at Hartlief.

• Ensure that safety related incident and investigation reports are completed.

• Ensure that Ministry of Labour and the Group Health & Wellness department is informed of all incidents as specified in relevant requirements.

• Conduct regular testing of emergency preparedness.

• Liaise with line managers, supervisors and SLT regarding any safety and environmental matters which could have an influence on the ability of the organization to execute its business in a sustainable manner.

OL - Authentic, Caring & Passionate

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. OL Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and vetting process, and by applying for this position, applicants acknowledge that they are aware that the Company reserves the right to carry out screening and pre-employment vetting for all shortlisted applicants. Certificate of Conduct issued by the Namibian Police (not older than 6 months) may be required from all shortlisted applicants."

Requisition ID: 6062