Safety Officer Assistant Manager

As a Safety Officer you will be responsible for ensuring that all health safety and environmental (HSE) standards are met at solar project sites. Your primary role will be to monitor and enforce safety practices to prevent accidents injuries and environmental hazards. You will also lead safety audits inspections and incident investigations providing safety training and supporting the development of a strong safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Monitoring & Compliance:

  • Ensure that all work activities on-site adhere to health safety and environmental regulations.

  • Conduct daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

  • Implement and enforce safety measures to mitigate risks associated with civil and mechanical works on solar power projects.

  • Ensure that all workers and subcontractors are using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.

• Safety Training & Awareness:

  • Provide regular safety training sessions to employees contractors and site workers on safety best practices and emergency procedures.

  • Conduct orientation programs for new workers to familiarize them with the site-specific safety requirements.

  • Promote a safety-first culture across the project site encouraging employees to report hazards and safety violations.

• Incident Management & Reporting:

  • Investigate any accidents injuries or safety incidents that occur on-site identifying root causes and developing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

  • Prepare detailed incident reports and documentation for internal records and regulatory compliance.

  • Ensure that all safety incidents are promptly reported to the management and relevant authorities as per legal requirements.

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation:

  • Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the workplace including electrical mechanical and civil construction-related risks.

  • Develop and implement mitigation plans to reduce identified risks and improve site safety conditions.

  • Review and update site-specific risk assessments regularly based on changing work conditions or new tasks being introduced.

• Safety Audits & Inspections:

  • Perform regular safety audits and inspections of the site to ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards and identify areas for improvement.

  • Coordinate with external safety consultants authorities and auditors for regular audits and safety inspections.

  • Maintain a comprehensive record of safety audits inspections and corrective actions taken.

• Emergency Preparedness & Response:

  • Develop and implement emergency response plans for various potential emergency situations (e.g. fire electrical accidents medical emergencies).

  • Conduct regular emergency drills and simulations to ensure site readiness in case of an emergency.

  • Ensure that first-aid kits fire extinguishers and emergency equipment are properly maintained and easily accessible.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety procedures inspections training incidents and safety meetings.

  • Prepare and submit safety reports to senior management highlighting safety performance incidents and compliance status.

  • Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and industry standards in all safety-related documentation.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety Environmental Science Engineering or a related field.

  • NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) certification is highly preferred.

  • Any other relevant certifications in safety (e.g. OSHA) are a plus.

• Experience:

  • 5-6 years of experience as a Safety Officer or HSE Officer in the solar industry or construction sector.

  • In-depth knowledge of safety regulations procedures and standards related to the solar industry especially on-site safety protocols.

  • Experience in conducting safety audits incident investigations and risk assessments.

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong understanding of health safety and environmental laws and regulations (OSHA NEBOSH etc.).

  • Proficiency in safety management software and tools.

  • Ability to conduct safety training sessions and prepare safety reports.

  • Knowledge of emergency response planning and implementation.

Additional Information :

We offer you:

• Interesting and challenging tasks
• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
• An open-minded friendly and highly motivated team.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal development
• competitive remuneration (based on experience)

At ib vogt we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer we provide employment opportunities without regard to age ethnicity religion or belief gender identity sex sexual orientation disability pregnancy or maternity marriage and civil partnership or any other protected status.

 We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know - we will do our best to support you.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time