Kenya Meat Commission Senior Safety Officer Jobs

Kenya Meat Commission Senior Safety Officer Jobs

Job Specification

Reporting to Plant Engineer, Kenya Meat Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities At this Level Will Entail:

Updating the safety board on site;

Ensuring the set safety procedures are adhered to by all staff and visitors;

Coordinating the safety teams in the Commission on the laid down safety requirements

Ensuring all incidents/accidents in the Commission are effectively investigated;

Identifying and coordinating relevant statutory health and safety trainings for KMC staff;

Inspecting and testing machinery and equipment to ensure they reach safety regulation standards;

Preparing and continuously reviewing emergency response and evacuation plan;

Enforcing the use of relevant personal protective equipment by employees and contractors;

Providing technical advice to work place safety and health committees;

Identifying specifications and ensuring procurement of personal protective equipment, service providers, first aid items and safety equipment;

Ensuring all employees, visitors and contractors adhere to occupational safety and health regulations as well as KMC’s safety rules;

Coordinating regular workplace inspections to identify hazards and risks and recommending corrective actions;

Ensuring preparation of reports on safety performance;

Maintaining contacts with Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHS) and ensuring all workplaces are registered; and Promoting awareness

on health and safety

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

Served in the grade of Safety Officer or in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of four (4) years;

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Engineering, Physics, Biochemistry, Computer Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health from a recognized institution;

Proficiency in computer application skills;

Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Meat Commission Senior Safety Officer Jobs

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