Officer: Health & Safety

Description

• The Officer Health & Safety is responsible for ensuring the company's SHEQ management system is implemented and maintained effectively
• The role involves working across departments to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as food safety standards such as HACCP/ISO 22000
• The Officer will be responsible for risk assessments, training, incident reporting, and fostering a strong safety culture on the Windhoek site of Bokomo Namibia

Duties

•  Update and implement SHEQ management plans, procedures, and policies
• Conduct investigations and accurately report SHEQ incidents to the Head: SHEQ
• Assist in the implementation of preventative measures across the operational process in line with Food Safety HACCP/ISO 22000 standards
• Drive SHE objectives and targets across the organization
• Identify and monitor critical control points, limits, and prerequisite programs (PRPs)
• Draft and review risk assessments for high-risk activities and enforce appropriate control measures
• Conduct induction training for contractors and employees and ensure contractors’ safety files are up to date
• Manage and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all site chemicals and poisons
• Arrange annual medical assessments for staff
• Conduct inspections of fire-fighting equipment and first aid kits monthly
• Organize and maintain records for First Aiders, Fire Fighters, and Safety Representatives
• Coordinate monthly SHE management and SHE Representative meetings, ensuring meeting minutes are documented
• Oversee SHE representative activities in cooperation with relevant line managers
• Ensure site contractors comply with safety policies and manage their safety while on site
• Assist the Quality Manager with product non-conformance investigations and quality claims
• Conduct weekly site inspections for non-conformances
• Review and address all health and safety non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Assist departments in developing procedures and safe work instructions
• Initiate disciplinary actions when health and safety rules are violated
• Perform housekeeping duties in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Carry out fumigation duties as required
• Collaborate closely with Production and Demand Chain Departments to maintain high customer service standards

Requisites

• Degree / Diploma in Health & Safety or SAMTRAC Certification
• 3 – 4 years’ experience
• In-depth knowledge of SHEQ management systems, including HACCP/ISO 22000
• Proven experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and SHEQ reporting
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to conduct training and manage safety programs for both employees and contractors
• Skills and Knowledge:
• Knowledge of occupational health & safety
• Knowledge of environmental legislation
• Computer skills including SAP
• Knowledge of product library/ catalogue
• Knowledge of quality standards
• Knowledge of manufacturing, logistics, sales & marketing
• Knowledge of food legislation
• The ability to plan, structure and manage all aspects of Health and Safety
• Highly Dependable and responsible person
• Result driven with communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• No documents will be returned

How to Apply

1. Documentation

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certified Copies of Qualifications
• Certified Copies of Identification Documents

2. Application

• Send your Documentation to Human Resources at hrnamibia@bokomonamibia.com.na with the Subject line “Officer: Health & Safety"
• Indicate the source of this job post: working.co.na