Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Officer

Job Purpose:
To oversee and continuously improve the company's health, safety, and environmental management systems, ensuring a safe working environment, full regulatory compliance, and the promotion of a strong safety culture across all manufacturing and production operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Management:

• Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety rules, regulations, and sanitation standards across all departments.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses; prepare detailed reports with root-cause analysis and corrective action plans.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks for all employees and contractors.
• Monitor and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) inventory and ensure proper usage.

Environmental Management:

• Supervise waste management, pollution control, and environmental compliance in line with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations.
• Monitor environmental impacts (e.g., emissions, effluent discharge, noise levels) and implement mitigation measures.
• Support the company's sustainability initiatives and environmental improvement plans.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with all local occupational health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate HSE records, including inspection logs, training registers, incident reports, and statutory documentation.
• Prepare and submit regular HSE performance reports to management.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies (e.g., EPA, Department of Factory Inspectorate) during audits and inspections.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Develop and implement emergency response plans, fire drills, and first-aid protocols.
• Ensure fire-fighting equipment, alarms, and emergency exits are fully functional and accessible at all times.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Reduction in Lost Time Injuries (LTI) and Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR).
• 100% completion of scheduled safety inspections and training.
• Zero regulatory non-compliance findings.
• Improved waste management and environmental metrics.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or HND in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Safety, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
• Certifications: NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO 45001, or equivalent is a strong added advantage.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of Ghanaian HSE regulations, excellent observation and reporting skills, ability to influence at all levels, proficiency in MS Office.

Personal Attributes:

• High level of integrity and commitment to safety.
• Proactive, vigilant, and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and training skills.
• Calm and decisive under pressure