Job Title: Safety Officer
Work Location: Bhairahawa, Nepal
Role Type: Full Time
Division: Construction & Real Estate (Hotel Project)
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment at the 5-star hotel construction site by implementing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies. The role involves identifying potential hazards, conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards, and promoting a culture of safety among workers and contractors.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement safety programs and conduct site inspections to ensure adherence to HSE guidelines.
- Maintain and update safety records, reports, and documentation.
- Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification at different construction stages.
- Recommend and implement corrective actions to eliminate workplace hazards.
- Ensure fire safety measures and emergency response plans are in place.
- Perform routine safety inspections and audits to ensure safe work practices.
- Report safety violations and incidents to the project management team.
- Organize safety training sessions and toolbox talks for workers, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Educate construction workers on the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and safety protocols.
- Conduct safety drills and emergency response training.
- Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe incidents to determine root causes.
- Prepare incident and accident reports and recommend preventive measures.
- Ensure proper first-aid measures and emergency response procedures are followed.
- Ensure the availability and proper use of PPE on-site.
- Monitor the maintenance of fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and emergency exits.
- Coordinate with suppliers for safety equipment and material procurement.
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to implement safety measures.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies for safety inspections and audits.
- Promote a strong safety culture among all employees and site workers.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION:
- Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a related field.
SKILLS/JOB SPECIFICATION:
- 3-5 years of experience as a Safety Officer in hotel, commercial, or high-rise building projects.
- Knowledge of local and international safety regulations.
- Experience in conducting safety training and audits.
- Strong understanding of HSE regulations and construction safety.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
- Detail-oriented with good report-writing skills.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities