REQ15079 Officer, Health & Safety (Open)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Health & Safety Officer plans, co-ordinates and implements all aspects of the company’s Health & Safety policy and ensure its compliance with all relevant legislation. Furthermore, assists with the readiness of all health and safety systems as part of the property services team. The position is located in Limassol and will travel to other locations such as Ayia Napa, Paphos and Nicosia when needed.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures a safe workplace environment without risk to health
Ensures that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated
Ensures the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting
Ensures the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations
Ensures that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented
Develop Risk assessments for each job position and each task (based on the relevant legislation)
Ensures that all third parties and sub-contractors complies with the H&S standards and regulations
Ensures that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities
Represents the company at Department of Labor inspection (Section of H&S) meetings, seminars
Co-ordinates the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures Ensures full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained
Establishes a full program of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks Establishes a structured program of health & safety training throughout the Company
Liaises with external health & safety consultants in the provision of training programs and health and safety services. Manages and devises the agenda for health and safety trainings, formulates & distributes minutes for the Health & Safety Committee meetings
Ensures that all agreed action points are completed within deadlines
Keeps up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicates relevant changes to the business
Provides regular reports to the Senior Management Team on relevant health and safety activities
Develop the Health and Safety management System in accordance to ISO45001
Ensures the accreditation of ISO45001
Participates in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health & safety matters
Liaises with suppliers i.e. Insurers, solicitors etc.
Ensures that employees attend all training and know their duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies relating to Fire, Safety, Hygiene, and Health
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Reports accidents, injuries and unsafe work conditions to superiors and relevant departments
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
At least 2 years working experience in hotel industry or large commercial property, industry building.
Education:
Diploma in Electrical, Building Services, Mechanical or other rated disciplines, or equivalent professional training
Bachelor or master’s degree in Health & Safety or any other related field
Candidates without related certificates but with solid experience will also be considered
Skills/Competencies:
Handling & experience in H&S investigations
Experience in formulating and implementing and revising H&S policies & procedures
Relevant H&S certification is advantageous
Good leadership and able to make sound decision and perform other duties as and when required very last minute and at time of emergency;
Excellent interpersonal/presentation skills are required to deal effectively with all levels of staffs, contractors, suppliers and vendors;
Hands-on and possess good problem-solving skills and attend to…