Safety Officer

Key Responsibilities

Safety Compliance & Monitoring

• Conduct daily site inspections, risk assessments, and HSE audits.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 45001/14001, NEBOSH/OSHA standards, and local regulations.
  

Safety Planning & Procedures

• Develop and maintain the Project Safety Management Plan, Emergency Response Plan, and Safe Work Procedures.
• Implement lifting and height safety protocols.
  

Training & Awareness

• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks, safety briefings, and emergency drills for staff and subcontractors.
  

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near‑misses.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain detailed incident logs and reports.
  

PPE & Equipment Management

• Ensure proper provision and usage of personal protective equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and enforce PPE compliance.
  

Emergency Preparedness

• Implement and test emergency response plans for scenarios like fire, electrical shock, and medical incidents.
• Maintain ready access to first-aid kits and firefighting equipment.
  

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with project teams, EPC contractors, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure safety compliance.
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of inspections, audits, trainings, and safety performance.
• Prepare weekly and monthly safety reports.
  

Safety Culture & Communication

• Act as the on-site safety focal point.
• Encourage hazard reporting and promote proactive safety behavior.
• Qualifications & Certifications
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
  

Certifications

• NEBOSH, IOSH, or OSHA certifications preferred.
• Local safety certifications advantageous.
  

Experience

• 3–5 years minimum in HSE roles, ideally in construction or renewable energy, with experience in ground-mounted solar PV projects.