We are inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Safety Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement and monitor occupational health and safety policies and procedures.
- Conduct workplace inspections, risk assessments and safety audits.
- Ensure compliance with applicable mining, occupational health and safety legislation.
- Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct safety inductions, toolbox talks and employee awareness programmes.
- Maintain accurate safety records and prepare periodic reports for management.
- Coordinate emergency preparedness and response activities.
- Monitor the correct issuance and use of personal protective equipment.
- Promote a strong safety culture across all departments.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and other relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Mining Safety or a related field.
- At least three years’ experience in a similar position, preferably within the mining, manufacturing, construction or heavy industrial sector.
- Sound knowledge of Zambian occupational health, safety and mining legislation.
- Experience in accident investigation, risk assessment and safety management systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical and report-writing skills.
- Relevant professional safety certification will be an added advantage.
- Must be computer literate.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Excellent knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and standards.
- Ability to conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections and safety audits.
- Strong accident and incident investigation skills.
- Ability to identify hazards and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Good communication, presentation and safety training skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter, detailed CV, and copies of qualifications to re••••••••••••••••••••@••••••.com