Quality Health & Safety, Environment Assistant

Securex is the leading regional security provider for technology-driven security solutions across East Africa. Founded and headquartered in Kenya in 1970, the company has grown in stature and now has offices in Kenya and Uganda with footprints in Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South Sudan.

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible Quality Health & Safety, Environment Assistant to facilitate compliance with (OSH) guidelines all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the development of OSH policies and programs
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc.
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation
• Initiate and organize OSH training of employees and executives
• Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
• Conducts regular internal audits and close on all non-conformities
• Adheres and updated departmental budgets regularly
• Ensure documentation update of all operational practices and making necessary changes where necessary Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
• Liaising with relevant authorities to keep up to date and ensuring compliance with current health and safety legislation
• Coordinates and conducts health and safety meetings and training courses for all employees
• Ensures the company compliance with all legal statutory requirements
• Ensures accountability of all Fixed Assets in the company through audits to account for all equipment on a bi-weekly basis via physical spot check audits
• Advises the management on all risks prone to the organisation and mitigations measures

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or Environmental Science
• A minimum of 2-4 years of proven practical experience field in OSH
• Proven Computer skills
• Should demonstrate knowledge and ability in conducting OSH Audits.