Health, Safety & Environment Officer at Mota Engil Group, Uganda, Kampala

The Health, Safety & Environment Officer will be responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on construction sites and workshops. S/he will monitor all activities to ensure proper procedures are followed and equipment is used correctly.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide advice to Site Supervisors and Workshop Managers on health, safety, and environmental issues.
• Monitor compliance with Project and Company Occupational Health and Safety policies through regular inspections and internal audits.
• Ensure established site and workshop safety rules are visibly posted and followed.
• Conduct weekly safety inspections and prepare reports for the Site Manager and HSE Coordinator.
• Perform daily tours of construction sites and the workshop, logging observations in the Daily Observation Register; report unsafe acts and conditions immediately.
• Report serious safety breaches that endanger workers to the Site Manager immediately.
• Assist Site Manager, Construction Manager, and Supervisors in risk assessments and safe work method statements.
• Develop and deliver internal health and safety training programs, including workshop safety and lifting procedures.
• Conduct daily Toolbox Talks and maintain proper records.
• Support Pre-Task Briefings on control measures and safe work practices for both site and workshop activities.
• Deliver Site and Workshop Safety Orientation Training for all workers, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports for Site Manager, HSE Coordinator, and HSE Manager.
• Audit registers and permit systems for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, excavations, confined spaces, hot works, and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Provide weekly H&S statistics and data to the HSE Coordinator.
• Conduct equipment safety inspections at the workshop to ensure proper use, maintenance, and lifting procedures.

Qualifications and Skills Required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, or related field.
• Occupational Health and Safety certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as HSSE Officer or Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of environmental, health, and safety legal frameworks.
• Good computer skills (MS Excel and MS Word).
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety or Risk Management practices.
• Working knowledge of National Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Passionate about health and safety.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Strong teamwork and work ethic.
• Understanding of construction techniques and ability to interpret drawings.
• Knowledge of construction equipment, workshop operations, equipment safety inspections, and lifting procedures is highly desirable.
• Proactive problem-solver able to manage difficult situations positively.