About this role
GROUP HEALTH, SAFETY AND FACILITIES OFFICER
Barbados Group | Multi-Site Responsibility
We are seeking a proactive, organised and solutions-oriented Group Health, Safety and Facilities Officer to support safe working environments, effective facilities management and consistent operational standards across our Barbados Group companies.
The successful candidate will coordinate occupational health and safety initiatives, facilities maintenance, regulatory compliance and emergency preparedness across Stansfeld Scott (Barbados) Ltd., H. Jason Jones Ltd., Armstrong Health Care Inc. and Armstrong Agencies Ltd.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and safety audits across multiple locations.
- Monitor workplace hazards, incidents, near misses and corrective actions to promote a safe working environment.
- Coordinate occupational health and safety procedures, employee awareness programmes and safety training.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for buildings, equipment and essential facilities.
- Coordinate contractors, repairs, inspections and facilities-related service requests.
- Support compliance with applicable occupational health, safety, fire, environmental and building requirements.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, evacuation drills and business continuity arrangements.
- Monitor contractor performance, maintenance costs and service delivery standards.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare management reports on safety, facilities performance and outstanding risks.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Facilities Management, Engineering, Environmental Management or a related discipline. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant experience in occupational health and safety, facilities management or property operations.
- Experience supporting multiple locations, warehouses or distribution operations would be an advantage.
- Recognised health and safety certification, such as NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent, would be an asset.
- Working knowledge of workplace risk assessments, incident investigations, preventive maintenance, contractor management and emergency preparedness.
- Understanding of relevant Barbados occupational health and safety requirements.
- Strong organisational, communication, problem-solving and reporting skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to coordinate competing priorities across multiple locations.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a practical, detail-oriented professional who can identify risks, coordinate solutions and work effectively with managers, employees and external service providers. You demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and a commitment to maintaining safe, compliant and well-managed workplaces.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their résumé by 20 November 2026.
This position is based in Barbados. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who are legally authorised to work in Barbados. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.