Job Title
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer
Job Summary
The Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer is responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. The role involves implementing HSE policies, conducting inspections and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, investigating incidents, and fostering a strong safety culture across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor the company's Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular workplace inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and environmental regulations and company standards.
- Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Develop and deliver HSE induction and safety training programs for employees and contractors.
- Monitor the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
- Conduct emergency preparedness activities, including fire drills and evacuation exercises.
- Maintain HSE records, reports, permits, and documentation.
- Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, pollution prevention, and resource conservation initiatives.
- Support safety committee meetings and promote employee participation in HSE initiatives.
- Coordinate with department managers to implement corrective actions and improve workplace safety.
- Prepare and submit HSE reports to management and regulatory authorities as required.
- Assist during internal and external HSE audits and inspections.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in an HSE role (industry-specific experience is an advantage).
- Professional HSE certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are preferred.
- Knowledge of applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation and standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety principles.
- Excellent observation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to conduct risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
- First Aid, CPR, or Fire Safety certification.
- Experience conducting HSE audits and compliance inspections.
- Familiarity with emergency response planning and environmental management practices.
Working Conditions
- Full-time position.
- May involve office, manufacturing, construction, warehouse, or field-based work depending on the organization.
- Regular site inspections and occasional travel may be required.
- Availability to respond to workplace emergencies outside regular business hours when necessary.
Career Progression
An HSE Officer can advance to roles such as:
- Senior HSE Officer
- HSE Advisor
- HSE Supervisor
- HSE Manager
- Regional HSE Manager
- Health, Safety & Environment Director
