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SEGAL is a privately-run security company that is providing state of the art, tailor-made risk management solutions and delivers a superior service to its many clients in Monrovia and country wide. The mission of the Security Expert Guard Agency of Liberia is to provide world-class integrated security solutions to clients in our target markets by consistently exceeding customer satisfaction through operational excellence and innovation. Our blueprint solution embraces a safe and secured environment.

Job Brief

We are seeking a responsible Safety Officer to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines. The incumbent’s primary role will be advising on measures to minimize hazards and maintain a safe working environment. Vigilance in identifying violations is crucial.

The Health and Safety Officer creates and implements policies and procedures that are HSE compliant and specified under the OSH Act to ensure regulatory compliance. The incumbent will evaluate these policies and procedures and tweak as needed to ensure that that there is a safe and functional work environment. Working closely with the AML Security Manager along with AML Health & Safety Department is necessary. This is a very critical role given that safety standards are priority number one, and that compromises are strictly prohibited. The incumbent must be a quick and critical thinker who has the drive, passion and high energy to create innovative solutions at short notice given the resources on hand, to maintain best in class guest experiences. Must be self-motivated and able to consistently deliver on the mandate. Your objective is to establish a workplace that meets legal safety standards and cultivates a culture of prioritizing health and safety.

If you are a conscientious professional with a strong commitment to safety, we invite you to apply.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the development of OHS policies and programs
• Advise and instruct on various safety-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery, etc.)
• Conduct risk assessment and enforce preventative measures
• Review existing policies and measures and update according to legislation
• Initiate and organize OHS training of employees and executives
• Inspect premises and the work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity (e.g. not using protective equipment)
• Oversee installations, maintenance, disposal of substances, etc.
• Stop any unsafe acts or processes that seem dangerous or unhealthy
• Record and investigate incidents to determine causes and handle worker’s compensation claims
• Prepare reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to SEGAL Central Management
• The incumbent will be well trained to anticipate and evaluate guest’s needs and to offer the most relevant information to create extraordinary guest encounters in alignment with the Company’s distinct service culture
• Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information as per signed Oath of Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement
• Must possess thorough knowledge of all activities and workflows at the Concession and be able to provide input from a safety perspective to ensure compliance and guest safety from a procedure/compliance standpoint.
• Actively monitor these activities and workflows as they are being executed with the intention to identify unsafe practices or breaches of safety regulations and initiate corrective action immediately.
• Prepare and disseminate training workshops and refreshers with staff at regular intervals in order to ensure that safety is at the forefront of the minds of every employee.
• Monitor the activities of contractor personnel to ensure compliance with applicable safety laws and guidelines.
• Institute effective procedures for accident documentation, investigation and report to relevant authorities. Follow through with statutory bodies to ensure matters are effectively dealt with and closed
• Investigate all incidents, injuries, illnesses, and near miss by collecting information, interviewing witnesses, reviewing medial and accident reports concerning the incident
• Keep up to date with all aspects of health, and safety legislation and communicate relevant changes to SEGAL Management
• Conduct regular risk assessments and compliance assurance audits, including data collection, employee interviews and facility walkthroughs
• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the Company
• Spearhead all site emergency action plans
• Take initiative to learn and understand all aspects of the role, to optimize continuous growth and development and liaise with external consultants regarding the provision of training programmes and health and safety services to enhance in-house workshops
• Employ transparency with Management Team when completing tasks or debriefing on any daily service occurrences, in order to safeguard the Company at all times
• Work to effectively resolve any facility issues, in an effort to assure guest satisfaction
• Comply fully with the Company’s policies and procedures, health and safety regulations and components of the service framework
• Complete duties that include preparing the areas for service and ensuring proper closing procedures at the end of each shift

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as safety officer
• In depth knowledge of legislation (e.g. OSHA/EPA) and procedures
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience in writing reports and policies 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 with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics
• BSc/BA in Safety Management, Engineering or relevant field is preferred, or
• Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Prerequisite to Apply:

• Ability to operate with flexible work arrangements and able to respond to emergency requests to work outside normal working hours.

All Applications are to be submitted via email and addressed to:

The Human Resource Officer

Security Expert Guard Agency of Liberia

10th Street Sinkor, Beachside of Gardiner Avenue

Monrovia, Liberia

Electronic Email Address:

jsammy@segalsecurityliberia.org CC copy: segalhr515@gmail.comor

info@segalsecurityliberia.org

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Deadline for the submission of applications with accompanied CV, credentials is 15 August 2023 at 1700 hours.

Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.

Late Applications will not be considered.