Location:
Kiambu, Kiambu
Contract Type:
Contract
Experience Required:
1 year
Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Job Description
The EHS Officer is responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with all environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards. This role involves developing and implementing policies, conducting regular inspections, training staff, and fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance & Policy Implementation
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations and company policies.
Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and manuals.
Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely submissions of reports and documentation.
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Conduct regular site inspections and EHS risk assessments.
Identify hazards and recommend appropriate preventive and corrective measures.
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented EHS controls.
Training & Awareness
Conduct EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Raise awareness about health, safety, and environmental issues.
Promote a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.
Incident Management
Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and document findings.
Ensure timely reporting of incidents to the relevant authorities and company leadership.
Follow up on corrective actions and lessons learned.
Environmental Management
Monitor and report on environmental impact, including waste management, emissions, and resource use.
Lead initiatives to reduce environmental footprint and support sustainability goals.
Emergency Preparedness
Develop and test emergency response plans.
Conduct regular fire drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
Record Keeping & Reporting
Maintain EHS records, including training logs, inspection reports, risk assessments, and incident reports.
Prepare and submit regular EHS performance reports to management.
Key Competencies:
Strong knowledge of local and international EHS regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and high level of integrity.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Proficient in MS Office and EHS management software.
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance & Policy Implementation
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations and company policies.
Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and manuals.
Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely submissions of reports and documentation.
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Conduct regular site inspections and EHS risk assessments.
Identify hazards and recommend appropriate preventive and corrective measures.
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented EHS controls.
Training & Awareness
Conduct EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Raise awareness about health, safety, and environmental issues.
Promote a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.
Incident Management
Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and document findings.
Ensure timely reporting of incidents to the relevant authorities and company leadership.
Follow up on corrective actions and lessons learned.
Environmental Management
Monitor and report on environmental impact, including waste management, emissions, and resource use.
Lead initiatives to reduce environmental footprint and support sustainability goals.
Emergency Preparedness
Develop and test emergency response plans.
Conduct regular fire drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
Record Keeping & Reporting
Maintain EHS records, including training logs, inspection reports, risk assessments, and incident reports.
Prepare and submit regular EHS performance reports to management.
Key Competencies:
Strong knowledge of local and international EHS regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and high level of integrity.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Proficient in MS Office and EHS management software.
Number of vacancies:
1
Company Description
Prime Telecoms Ltd is an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 Certified company incorporated in
Kenya and is focused on providing turnkey Telecommunications and Information Technology
Infrastructure Solutions and Services.
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