Project Safety Officer (3-6 Month Contract)

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Key Performance Areas:
Supervise, advise, and instruct on various safety, health, risk & environmental-related topics (noise levels, use of machinery, spillages, health, security compliance, etc.).

Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments and enforce preventative measures.
Conduct emergency response drills.
Review existing safety policies and measures and update them in accordance with company guidelines and legal requirements.
Inspect site, identify high-risk areas, and determine any existing and potential safety hazards.
During inspections, identify and record damaged or broken equipment, slip-and-fall hazards, and other potential hazards.
Observe employees and contractors to ensure compliance with personal protective equipment and adherence to company safety policies.
Lead monthly safety meetings and ensure safety books and records are signed off.
Ensure and assist contractors in adhering to safety compliance rules.
Oversee the safe installation, maintenance, and disposal of hazardous substances.
Communicate and promote safe working and operating practices among employees.
Conduct job hazard analyses and make recommendations to address shortcomings.
Assist supervisors in issuing Permits to Work and Hot Work Permits and ensure their completion.
Conduct awareness training for staff on occupational health and safety duties and requirements of the OSH Act (1993) and NEMA regulations.
Stop any unsafe act or process immediately if it seems dangerous or unhealthy for contractors and employees.
Record and investigate all incidents and near misses to determine root causes.
Discuss findings at monthly safety meetings and create action plans.
Attend daily workshop morning meetings and provide feedback on safety issues.
Conduct toolbox talks for all departments, where applicable.
Identify all safety-related training needs for staff.
Conduct awareness training on "Lock Out Tag Out," Chemical Handling, Knife Safety, Forklift Safety, and Working at Heights, BOS, etc.
Conduct periodic fire extinguisher safety and first aid box compliance checks and ensure compliance in all areas.
Audit key elements of safety performance, create action plans, implement, and maintain them.
Conduct BOS awareness training and coach where applicable.
Coach all managers and supervisors on the Spotlight app.
Ensure contractor compliance on site regarding safety induction, 3 strike policy rule, safety file compliance, PTW, fall protection, HCS, LOTO, forklift safety, incident investigation, and correct PPE usage.
Investigate all incidents and conduct root cause analysis with different departments; report to DOL within 7 days, where applicable.
Responsible for overseeing and assisting with fryer safety in the factory, as well as safety and environmental compliance in all areas of the factory.
Report and log safety incidents in the global system and ensure that they are investigated until completion.
Investigate and submit recordable injuries to the Compensation Commissioner weekly and ensure all documentation is included and signed off.
Follow up on these incidents and report back to departments, where applicable.
Incumbent must be able to work without close supervision and show perseverance and motivation.
Must contribute to the successful operation of the supervisory team.
Computer literate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be willing to work overtime, when applicable.

Certificates and Qualification Requirements:

Essential Qualifications:
SAMTRAC or equivalent.
Incident investigation.
Risk assessments.
Permit to work.
Fall protection plan.
OHS Act.
COIDA.
Construction regulations.
Supervisory course.
National Diploma Safety Management, Nebosh or equivalent.

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