The Senior HSE Officer will oversee all health, safety, and environmental management aspects of Jabali Towers and Porini Point, landmark mixed-use high-rise developments within Tatu City. This senior, site-based position is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing a world-class Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) management system that fosters a "zero-harm" culture across the project.
The role demands an influential leader with extensive experience managing complex construction risks and a proven ability to champion health and safety excellence on major high-rise developments.
Overall Responsibilities
HSE System Development & Implementation
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Project-Specific HSE Plan in line with company policy, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and Kenyan legal requirements.
- Establish and manage all HSE procedures, including risk assessment protocols, permit-to-work systems, emergency response plans, and incident investigation frameworks.
- Act as the principal source of HSE expertise, providing continuous guidance and technical support to the project management team and all contractors.
Site Safety & Environmental Management
- Lead a team of HSE officers to ensure the consistent and effective implementation of safety standards across the construction site.
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and ensure timely implementation of corrective measures.
- Manage and control all high-risk activities, including work at height, lifting operations, confined space entry, excavation, and electrical works.
- Oversee on-site environmental management, including waste control, pollution prevention, and noise management in compliance with NEMA regulations.
Training, Culture & Communication
- Develop and deliver comprehensive HSE induction training for all project personnel and visitors.
- Organize and facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and targeted safety training sessions based on site risk profiles.
- Champion a proactive safety culture by promoting accountability, engagement, and empowerment across all levels of the workforce.
- Lead detailed incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of effective preventative measures.
Compliance, Monitoring & Reporting
- Ensure full compliance with Kenyan legislation, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA).
- Maintain all HSE records and prepare detailed reports on performance metrics, highlighting leading and lagging indicators for management review.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities (e.g., NEMA, DOSHS), clients, and external stakeholders on all HSE matters.
Requirements
Hard Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- NEBOSH International Diploma (or equivalent) required; membership with a recognized professional body (e.g., CMIOSH, Grad IOSH) is highly advantageous.
- Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive HSE management experience within the construction industry, including at least 5 years in a senior site-based role.
- Proven track record as Lead HSE Manager on large-scale, high-rise, or complex mixed-use developments.
- Strong understanding of Kenyan OSH and environmental legislation, as well as international HSE best practices.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and auditing integrated HSE management systems compliant with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
Soft Skills & Personal Attributes
- Leadership: Assertive, visible, and influential - capable of driving a safety-first mindset across diverse project teams.
- Influencing Skills: Skilled at persuading contractors, consultants, and workers to adopt and maintain safe work practices.
- Communication: Clear and confident communicator with the ability to conduct effective training and prepare professional HSE reports.
- Attention to Detail: Methodical and precise when conducting inspections, documenting findings, and investigating incidents.
- Resilience & Decisiveness: Calm and authoritative in emergencies, with the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
- Integrity: Unwavering ethical standards and commitment to upholding safety without compromise.
