Health and Safety Manager

The Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for the review, development, implementation and monitoring the Safety management systems to ensure the safety of staff.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect and evaluate the environment, equipment and processes in working areas to ensure compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.
• Investigate accidents to identify their causes and find ways to prevent recurrence.
• Review and develop all aspects of the hotel’s Safety Policy and activity, and ensure that it is implemented consistently across the hotel.
• Monitor, evaluate and review existing, new and upcoming Health and Safety legislation and ensure that the hotel has systems and procedures in place to meet legal requirements.
• Work proactively with managers and other key staff to establish and maintain a programme of continuous improvement in the management of Health and Safety within their areas of responsibility, which includes conducting regular audits.
• Ensure that rigorous risk assessments are carried out including stress risk assessment and ensure the effective implementation of the control measures.
• Maintain a central record of all risk assessments and monitor recording within Directorate and Resource areas.
• Discuss areas for improvement with relevant staff and/or external bodies and agree appropriate corrective action.
• Assist with fire risk assessments according to an agreed schedule and in line with legal requirements.
• Design and implement health surveillance programmes for the staff where required.
• Develop effective communication systems on occupational safety and health between management and any employee.
• Design and implement appropriate training programmes to meet the requirements of the OSHA 2005 and any other enactment dealing with occupational safety and health and keep proper records thereof.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety Management from recognized universities.
• Familiar with local legislation.
• Minimum 3 years experience in  similar position or at least 2 years experience in the hotel industry.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Pro-Active and able to visualize challenges globally.
• Ability to be sensitive to staff needs.