Job Description

The Health Safety and Environmental Specialist is expected to:

• Conduct regular QHSE audits at the Project site and ensures actions from QHSE audits are closed in a timely and effective manner;
• Liaise with a certification body for external audits and ensure the findings of external audits are closed in a timely and effective manner
• Collate HSE statistics for monthly reporting

• Maintains all AIP QHSE documentation e.g. QMS procedures, service manual, BOP’s, calibration records
• Ensure adherence to ZOLA’s Best Operating Practices in warehouses and regional service centers
• Assist and deliver QHSE training to all ZOLA staff
• Ensure compliance to local legislative requirements
• Provide QHSE induction to new starters and existing employees
• Conduct Risk assessments
• Conduct accident/incident investigations
• Liaise with warehouse, service centers and offices for QHSE issues
• Any other duties considered essential for the effective running of operational and QHSE services
• Identifying and implementing improvements on an ongoing basis in conjunction with Zola QHSE
• Zola places a strong emphasis on health, operational safety and environmental protection. It is a requirement and moral obligation of each employee to be actively committed and accountable for compliance to the Zola Health, Safety & Environmental policies, operating procedures, and compliance to local legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will most likely have the following qualifications, experience and skills:

• Previous QHSE experience with an international organisation
• NEBOSH International General Certificate
• Audit Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as Science, Safety Management or relevant field

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Managerial and Technical Competencies:

• People management skills
• Problem-solving and analyzing
• Planning and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Good oral & written communication skills in English.
• Communication – Recognizing that clear communication is the key to understanding
• Leading other – Providing clarity and direction
• Drive for Results – compete against standards for continuous improvement

Generic Competencies:

• Proven experience as a safety specialist at 4 years
• Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines
• Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• Valid qualification in occupational health and safety

WORKING CONDITIONS OFFICE BOUND/ON-SITE/TRAVEL

• Willingness to work in flexible hours as per the business demands, including late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to travel across the country.

LOCATION

The role will be based in Arusha – Tanzania

The deadline for submission for this position is 14th July, 2020 at 1800 hours.

Are you interested?

Please send your applications through E-mail to [email protected] indicating the position you are

applying for on the subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

OffGrid Electric Is an Equal Opportunity Employer.