Construction Safety Officer Job Opportunity at KSK Associates
Duty Station: Kampala, UgandaKSK Associates is a Professional Services Firm that provides Financial Consultancy Services including Assurance and Business Advisory Services, Business Planning, Feasibility studies & Project Proposal Preparation, Human Resource, Risk Management and Information System Solutions.Job Summary: The Construction Safety Officer will offer valuable assistance and direction to management, projects, personnel, sub-contractors and consultants in the administration, implementation and maintenance of health and safety programKey Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of the company’s Safety and Loss Prevention Program including safe work practices/ Safe Job Procedures and the Site Emergency Response Plan;Monitor the safety performance of all on-site workers to ensure that all workers on the site work safely;Encourage and educate employees to take precautions and adhere to safety rules to protect themselves and the equipment they use from damage;Identify and review various health and safety concerns specific to work site and ensure construction site activities do not put non-construction site people outside of the site at risk;Investigate all injuries, accidents and near misses. Identify the causes and advise on any improvement in safety standards that need to be done;Review accident summary reports and make appropriate action when accident trends are unfavorable.Ensure safety reports and data are collected and submitted to the ED as required, including: Man hours and safety logistics;Copies of accident reports;Description of unsafe conditions discovered and steps taken to correct these conditions ;Copy of inspection reports on equipment;Copy of safety inspection checklists or visit summary reports; Copy of audit reports and actions taken and;Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and enforce OH&S legislation and codes of practice;Provide internal or arrange external safety training to employees;Act as a key liaison with the government (OH&S), ambulance services and hospitals, management, subcontractors and workers regarding aspects of health and safety on and off the job;Ensure daily assessments are being conducted as per the company policy;Perform one audit each year to maintain valid Audit status;Coordinate and conduct the following according to the company’s policy and OH&S legislation-Site orientations-Weekly Safety Meetings-Safety inspections-Audits-Joint Work Site Health and Safety Meetings;Update and display safety polices and pertinent information on the company bulletin board;Advise and guide on appropriate protective equipment and on the cost of implementing changes;Maintain an inventory list of equipment purchased;Establishing inspection schedules for all tools, major equipment, lifting devices and mobile equipment to ensure safe operating conditions and compliance with current regulations;Lead by example;Perform any other duties that may be allocated to you from time to time;Responsible for the implementation of all Safety Orientation for all new projects and to monitor on a weekly basis all existing projects. Written weekly inspections reports. Investigate and complete all accident/ incident reports in a timely manner. Initiate and review the following on a weekly basis; daily hazardous assessment forms, tool box meetings, joint health and safety committee meetings. Prepare the monthly safety report to the Senior Management for review and comments.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate should preferably hold an Advanced First Aid II;S / he must be up to date with legal and technological developments;Possess advanced computer skills with experience using software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point;Excellent communication and negotiation skills, track and diplomacy to ensure the implementation of OH&S legislation and company policies;Have good level of physical fitness and stamina, be able to cope under pressure;Possess the ability to keep confidential informationProfessional conduct with both internal and external customers;Demonstrate a commitment to all facets of the role; working towards the achievement of the company goals and objectives;Highly capable of all well written monthly reports and charts;All suitably qualified and interested persons should submit their applications together with:Attached copies of all academic qualifications(transcripts and certificates); Detailed CVs and mobile telephone numbers; Three work references and or/academic references;The complete applications should be sent via soft copy to; recruitment@kskassociates.net. You could also physically deliver your application to any of our offices in East Africa. Kindly address applications to;Deadline: 18th June, 2014 by 5PM
