Health and Safety Officer at an International Hospital – Halcom Management Services (HMS) Full Time

Job Title: Health and Safety Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Department: Other

Summary of Responsibilities

• To ensure that the hospital is in compliance and adheres to occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines by ensuring a safe and compliant healthcare environment thereby protecting the well-being of patients, visitors and staff.
• Responsible for developing, planning, implementing and overseeing company’s employee safety at work to establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety.
• This role plays a critical part in minimizing risks, preventing accidents, and promoting a culture of safety within the hospital.
• Developing and implementing safety programs, conducting audits, and promoting safety education, ensuring the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality care in a secure environment.

Job Requirements

• WASSCE/SSCE or equivalent
• Certificate / Diploma or higher in occupational health and safety management, or relevant field
• Professional qualification (NEBOSH IGC, IOSH, OSHA or better) in Health and Safety is desirable.
• Proven experience as Health and Safety officer or similar role, preferably in a healthcare environment
• In depth knowledge of legislation, healthcare safety regulations and standards. (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports and policies and procedures for health and safety
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Diligent with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented and ready to act in emergencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
22nd October, 2023.

Note

• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
• Only applications for the advertised posts will be accepted. We reserve the right not to appoint should a suitable candidate not be found.
• Only online applications will be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Late applications will not be considered.