About this role
Job Summary: The Occupational Health and Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing health and safety programs to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. The role ensures compliance with relevant regulations, promotes a strong safety culture, and works closely with all departments to identify risks and implement preventive measures across production, assembly, and support areas.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and enforce workplace health and safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits across all production and office areas.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses; lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local and international OHS laws and regulations.
• Organize safety training, drills, and awareness programs for all staff.
• Maintain records and reports related to incidents, inspections, and training.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, first aid, PPE usage, and hazardous materials handling.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and insurance representatives as needed.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization.
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in occupational health and safety management, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws, OHS regulations, and risk management practices.
• Ability to conduct training and communicate safety requirements effectively at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with incident reporting systems and safety documentation.
• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Leadership and influence.
• Attention to detail.
• Integrity and accountability.