Quality Health & Safety, Environment Assistant at Securex

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With the vision of a safer Kenya and the experience of the police force, former Police Inspector Kishori Lal Sahni started a small investigations company in which has now grown to be one of the most respected brands in the security industry in the East African Region. Securex has grown from strength to strength in the past forty four years to become the leading Security Solutions provider for a wide host of clients in diverse industries. Starting with only an investigations department in the seventies, Securex soon grew to incorporate the manned guarding section which to date is one of the most respected forces in the provision of client friendly services. Currently under the stewardship of Mr. K L Sahni’s son; Tony Sahni, Securex has from the early nineties been able to distinguish itself from other competitors by embracing technological solutions to augment the services of security guards and hence provide integrated security systems. Not only are our services available in Kenya, but our net was cast wide when we set up our Uganda offices in , Rwanda in and Tanzania being our latest office in . Our strategy remains to expand through the region and provide security solutions to the wider market. Over the years Securex has managed to get to the top by being a pioneer in many fronts; including being the first security company to achieve ISO certification in , the only security company with an OHSAS Health and Safety certification, introducing the Under Vehicle Surveillance System to the local market in addition to a wide range of value added services such as security briefings.

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible Quality Health & Safety, Environment Assistant to facilitate compliance with (OSH) guidelines and all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the development of OSH policies and programs. Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery etc. Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures. Review existing policies and measures and update them according to legislation. Initiate and organize OSH training of employees and executives. Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment). Conducts regular internal audits and closes on all non-conformities. Adheres to and updates departmental budgets regularly. Ensure documentation update of all operational practices and make necessary changes where necessary Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims. Liaising with relevant authorities to keep up to date and ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation. Coordinates and conducts health and safety meetings and training courses for all employees. Ensures the company’s compliance with all legal statutory requirements. Ensures accountability of all Fixed Assets in the company through audits to account for all equipment on a bi-weekly basis via physical spot-check audits. Advises the management on all risks prone to the organisation and mitigations measures

  Minimum Requirements and Competencies

Degree in Occupational Safety and Health A minimum of 3 years of proven practical experience field in OSH Proven Computer skills Should demonstrate knowledge and ability in conducting OSH Audits