Safety Officer

Dangote Cement Zambia

Job Title: Safety Officer

Description

Job Summary

  • Participate in implementing the DIZL approved occupational safety program, analysing and administering various components of the safety programs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Implement approved safety plans and programs in the Plant and monitor employees’ compliance with safety policies.
  • Support in planning and promoting safety programs and conduct periodic assessments to identify program deficiencies.
  • Assist in conducting safety drills at the Plant, in line with approved schedule.
  • Evaluate hazardous conditions and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and/or use of personal protective equipment.
  • Perform or assist with accident investigations as required and ensure prompt communication of recommendations to all concerned parties.
  • Support in the execution of approved corrective action to prevent future incidents.
  • Provide information to Compensation Administrators for timely processing of compensation benefits for injured individuals.
  • Maintain complete and accurate records of safety activities and accident occurrences, and develop periodic reports to determine safety trends and needs.
  • Conduct periodic inspections of DIZL Plants to assist managers and supervisors in occupational health safety and environmental compliance.
  • Collect, analyse and maintain data essential for effective safety programs.
  • Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees, officials, external organisations, and representatives of Local, State, and Federal agencies.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by Safety Coordinator.
  • Enforce the provisions of the mining regulations/ factories act
  • Participate in the conduct of basic HSE induction exercises for Plant employees, contractors and visitors.

Requirements

  • Diploma/Degree or its equivalent in Occupational Safety, Health and Environment.
  • Membership of relevant safety institute.
  • Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience.

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