To ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005 by promoting a safe and healthy workplace, assessing risks, implementing preventive measures, and advising Management and staff on safety matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

·       To ensure compliance with the provisions of legislation relating to the safety, health and welfare of employees; 

·       To assess workplace hazards and the suitability of measures taken to abate or eliminate the hazards and to take appropriate follow-up action; 

·       To advise Management on Health and Safety matters and appropriate techniques to be implemented to minimize any risk; 

·       To develop effective communication systems on occupational safety and health between the company and the employees; 

·       To deliver training, tender advice and provide information to all employees on safety, health and welfare matters and on the provisions of the relevant legislations; 

·       To plan, organize and implement training programmes on Occupational Safety and Health matters; 

·       To carry out investigations into complaints made by employees, investigate into occupational accidents, fires and dangerous occurrences and recommend any health and safety measures to be implemented; 

·       To collect and compile statistical information relevant to safety and health; 

·       To act as Secretary to the Health and Safety Committee; 

·       To depone as witness in court, whenever required; 

·       To report to the Board and the Staff Committee, whenever required; 

·       To use ICT in the performance of duties; 

·       To perform any such other duties directly related to the main duties list above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from Occupational Safety and Health Officers in the roles ascribed to them. 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 

• A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA);

OR

• Successful completion of an approved Certificate/Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health from a recognized institution as required under Section 10 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in occupational safety and health, preferably in a similar role or within an industrial, ICT, or office environment.
• Must be registered with the Director of Occupational Safety and Health as a Safety and Health Officer under the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2005.

 Required Skills

• Good communication and presentation  skills
• Ability to learn/ improve
• Flexible attitude
• Responsible and Ability to work in a team