Position Summary

The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the safe and effective operation of all machinery, equipment, and general facilities across the H&L network. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising safety initiatives to guarantee a safe work environment and optimal productivity, while implementing and enforcing safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing reviews of operations and processes to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and recommend appropriate control measures, including associated implementation costs.
• Investigate workplace accidents and injuries and refer findings to the relevant authorities as required.
• Document, monitor, and track incident reports, corrective actions, and related costs.
• Ensure all employees are aware of and comply with OSHA requirements.
• Provide OSHA training to employees when necessary.
• Document and track Jamaica Fire Brigade reports and prepare facilities for inspection.
• Manage fire safety equipment certification, including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, alarm systems, fire hoses, and related equipment.
• Manage Factories Act Certification (FAC) for applicable locations.
• Oversee certification of all Material Handling Equipment (MHEs), compressors, and other machinery in accordance with FAC requirements.
• Promote and support company-wide safety initiatives.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, fire drills, and earthquake drills.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, occupational health and safety, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar role.
• Awareness of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).