• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an HSE role within a milling, mining or vegetable oil extraction environment.
  
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan Occupational Safety and Health regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
  
• Experience implementing and maintaining HSE management systems in an industrial setting.
  
• Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other relevant management systems will be an added advantage.
  
• Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (DOSHS-approved or equivalent).
  
• Training in Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Fire Safety, and Emergency Response is highly desirable.
  
• Certified Risk Assessor qualification will be an added advantage.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HSE reporting systems.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems and procedures.
  
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation, company policies, and industry best practices.
  
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
  
• Lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
  
• Coordinate HSE inductions, toolbox talks, safety awareness campaigns, and training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
  
• Maintain accurate HSE records, including incidents, accidents, near misses, working hours, permits, licenses, statutory inspections, and certifications.
  
• Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, emissions, water usage, and compliance with environmental standards.
  
• Support the implementation of emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire safety and evacuation procedures.
  
• Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and safe operating procedures across all plant activities.
  
• Advise management on occupational health, hazardous substances, PPE requirements, machinery safety, fire prevention, and environmental compliance.
  
• Prepare and submit monthly HSE performance reports, statistics, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
  
• Promote a positive safety culture by encouraging employee participation in HSE initiatives and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
  
• Perform any other duties assigned by the HSE Superintendent or Plant Management.