HSE Officer

HSE Officer

Job Title: Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Officer

Role Overview:

The HSE Officer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations, both on-site and off-site. The primary duties will include implementing and monitoring HSE policies, conducting safety audits and inspections, and assisting the Operations Manager with coordinating jobs.

Role Description: 

1. HSE Compliance and Monitoring:

• Develop, implement, and maintain HSE policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, national, and industry safety standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of sites and facilities to ensure adherence to HSE policies and identify potential hazards.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with STOW certification requirements, working towards achieving and maintaining certification.

2. Risk Assessment and Incident Management:

• Perform risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate risks.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain records of incidents and generate reports to track and analyze safety performance metrics.

3. Training and Awareness:

• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors to promote awareness and understanding of safety practices.
• Conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks to ensure continuous awareness of safety

protocols and procedures.

• Ensure that all personnel are adequately trained and equipped to perform their duties safely.

4. Coordination with Operations:

• Assist the Operations Manager with coordinating jobs, ensuring that all safety requirements are integrated into job planning and execution.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to develop job safety analyses (JSAs) and safe work procedures (SWPs) for various tasks.
• Participate in planning meetings to provide HSE input and ensure that safety considerations are prioritized.

5. Emergency Preparedness and Response:

• Maintain emergency response plans and procedures to ensure readiness for potential

emergencies.

• Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans and improve preparedness.
• Coordinate with local emergency services and other stakeholders to ensure effective emergency response.

6. Environmental Management:

• Maintain environmental management practices to minimize the company’s environmental impact and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Monitor waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation efforts to promote sustainability.

7. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive records of HSE activities, including audits, inspections, training, and incident reports.
• Ensure all documentation required for STOW certification is accurately maintained and

readily available.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, or at least two (2) years’ experience in HSE related job position.
• Advanced Certification in HSE (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) will be an asset.

Key Competencies:

• Proven experience in a health, safety, and environmental role, preferably within the facilities management or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, standards, and best practices, including familiarity with STOW certification requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and motivate others.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using HSE management software and tools.