Health & Safety Technician

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Health & Safety Technician to support the implementation and maintenance of workplace health safety and environmental (HSE) standards. The successful candidate will assist in promoting a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements conducting inspections supporting incident investigations and coordinating safety training and awareness initiatives.

• Conduct routine workplace inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  
• Support the implementation and monitoring of the organisations Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
  
• Ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations company standards and industry best practices.
  
• Assist in carrying out risk assessments Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and safety audits.
  
• Investigate workplace incidents accidents and near misses documenting findings and supporting corrective actions.
  
• Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and enforce safe work practices.
  
• Deliver or coordinate safety inductions toolbox talks and employee safety awareness programmes.
  
• Maintain accurate HSE records inspection reports incident logs and compliance documentation.
  
• Conduct fire safety inspections and assist in emergency preparedness drills and evacuation exercises.
  
• Monitor housekeeping standards to ensure work areas remain clean and safe.
  
• Support environmental compliance initiatives including waste management and pollution prevention where applicable.
  
• Liaise with supervisors and employees to resolve safety concerns and promote continuous improvement.
  
• Participate in internal and external HSE audits and assist with implementing audit recommendations.
  
• Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements where applicable.
  
• Stay updated on relevant occupational health and safety legislation and industry developments.
  

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Occupational Health & Safety Environmental Science Engineering or a related field.
  
• Professional HSE certification such as NEBOSH IOSH OSHA ISO 45001 Internal Auditor or an equivalent qualification is an advantage.
  
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Health & Safety HSE EHS or Occupational Safety role.
  
• Good understanding of occupational health and safety regulations and risk management principles.
  
• Experience conducting safety inspections incident investigations and risk assessments.
  
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures and fire safety practices.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel and PowerPoint).
  
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong observation analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to influence safe behaviours and work effectively with employees at all levels.
  
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  

• Occupational Health & Safety Compliance
  
• Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
  
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  
• Safety Audits & Inspections
  
• Emergency Response & Fire Safety
  
• Regulatory Compliance
  
• Safety Training & Awareness
  
• Report Writing & Documentation
  
• Attention to Detail
  
• Problem Solving