CSI Energy Group is a diversified African centric network of companies providing contracting, development, and investment solutions within the energy sector across Africa. With more than 25 years of experience, we have successfully completed more than 200 projects on the continent, working within four key sectors: Renewables, Power & Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, and Mining. We are looking for a dedicated HSE Officer to support our safety and environmental initiatives, helping our teams remain vigilant against hazards and resolute in our pledge to safeguard.
The Role
The HSE Officer will support the Sustainability Manager during the construction and commissioning of the Menengai Geothermal Power Project. He or she will ensure all the responsibilities stipulated in the HSESS PLAN are well executed.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
- Oversee the implementation of toolbox talks before each task.
- Ensure induction of new workers by the HSE Trainer.
- Carry out Daily site HSE inspections.
- Report any incident that occurs on site and take part in accident/incident investigation and lessons learned communicated to all employees.
- Ensure fitness to work program is in place.
- Ensure full compliance with the required PPE and PPE Management Procedure as per the risk identified.
- Provide technical support to Management on any safety-related subjects.
- Ensure the project implements a safe system of work and complies with all HSE relevant laws and regulations.
- Ensure implementation of method statement, risk assessment, and permit-to-work systems.
- Ensure subcontractors have an adequate number of HSE personnel.
- Ensure implementation of safety observations reporting system.
- Ensure compliance with all project HSESS Plans, Procedures, and codes of conduct.
- Advise on a range of specialist areas, e.g., Fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery, and occupational diseases.
Planning
- Manage and mitigate risks.
- Provide safety support and advice, including supervision on prepared and approved plans and procedures for activities.
- Plan to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
- Monitor and guide compliance with building and safety regulations.
- Coordinate with Subcontractors to meet HSE Guidelines as per OSHA Laws of Kenya.
People and Relationship Management
- Perform evaluation of team performance.
- Train and give feedback to construction workers and subcontractors.
- Establish a productive working relationship with relevant jurisdictional personnel and maintain contact with the appropriate jurisdictional officials and inspectors as needed.
- Manage the team at site and provide the necessary information for team to proceed with work.
Reporting & Analysis
- Report all unsafe acts, conditions, work-related incidents, and grievances via the established systems.
- Participate in HSESS incident investigation analysis and lessons learned exercises.
Budget Management
- Manage project HSESS budget and ensure effective spending within the plan.
HSEQ & Compliance
- Demonstrate HSESS leadership by modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Show awareness of current HSESS performance and programs to reduce injuries.
- Adhere to company policies, standard operating procedures, and all relevant laws and regulations.
Requirements
- Education: Diploma in the Health and Safety field from a recognized institution, or equivalent.
- Certifications: Additional professional qualifications in incident investigation, working at height and confined space rescue, HSE, First Aid, and Fire & Safety Management Systems.
- Experience: 3+ years of construction work experience specifically in geothermal power plants.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the CSI Energy Group portal on MyJobMag. Visit https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1155652 to submit your application.
