Occupational Health And Safety Officer at Malindi Water and Sewerage Company in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Occupational Health And Safety Officer

    Malindi Water and Sewerage CompanyNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    3 days ago

    Apply by

    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Engineering & Technical Services
    Health & Safety

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    Job Description

    Malindi Water and Sanitation Company invites qualified, proactive, and results-oriented individuals to apply for the position of Occupational Health and Safety Officer. The role involves implementing and monitoring occupational health and safety systems across all utility operations, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, fecal sludge treatment facilities, and field desludging activities.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Implement and monitor occupational health and safety systems across all utility operations, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, fecal sludge treatment facilities, and field desludging activities.
    • Conduct routine hazard identification and risk assessments in accordance with OSHA 2007, WIBA, and related subsidiary legislation.
    • Ensure compliance with EMCA 1999, NEMA regulations, WASREB guidelines, and County sanitation bylaws.
    • Develop and review OHS policies, SOPs, emergency response plans, permits-to-work, and confined-space entry procedures.
    • Conduct staff and contractor training on workplace safety, chemical handling, biological hazard prevention, and safe FST operations.
    • Lead investigation and reporting of incidents, near misses, and occupational illnesses while maintaining statutory records.
    • Coordinate workplace registration, audits, and inspections with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHS).
    • Oversee PPE standards, hygiene facilities, and safe use of machinery and equipment.
    • Support safe handling, transport, and reuse of treated sludge products in compliance with NEMA and County requirements.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR Diploma in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience
    • Professional certification from a recognized body NEBOSH, IOSH, or NITA/DOSHS-accredited OHS training.
    • Practical knowledge of OSHA 2007, EMCA regulations, and water/sanitation sector safety standards.
    • Strong skills in accident investigation and reporting, risk assessment, and safety training.
    • Proficiency in computer applications.
    • High integrity and ethical conduct.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
    • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
    • Ability to work in demanding field and plant environment

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Health & Safety

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Engineering

    Field of Study

    Occupational Safety

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Malindi Water and Sewerage Company on malindiwater.co.ke to apply.

    Show OSHA 2007 Discipline On Paper Before You Walk Into the Plant

    Safety roles get flooded with generic 'I am passionate about safety' claims. Hiring teams for this kind of post want proof you can spot hazards, write reports, and hold the line under pressure in water and sanitation operations.

    1. Lead with your certification: Put NEBOSH, IOSH, or DOSHS-accredited training at the top of your CV. For this role, the hiring manager will screen for these before reading anything else. If you have a certificate, make it impossible to miss.

    2. Quantify your risk assessment experience: Instead of saying 'conducted risk assessments', say 'performed 20+ risk assessments per year across treatment plants and field operations'. Numbers give your experience weight and show you understand the scale of the work.

    3. Show you know the legal framework: Mention OSHA 2007, EMCA 1999, and WIBA in your CV and cover letter. This role demands practical knowledge of these laws, so demonstrate that you can apply them to real situations, not just quote them.

    4. Highlight incident investigation wins: Describe a time you led an incident investigation and what changed because of it. Hiring managers want to see that you can turn a bad event into a safety improvement, not just file a report.

    5. Prove you can train others: Safety is about people, not just paperwork. Give an example of a safety training you delivered and how you made it stick. Mention any materials you developed or how you measured understanding.

    6. Prepare for field-based questions: Expect questions about working in demanding environments like treatment plants and desludging sites. Be ready to talk about how you handle physical demands, unpredictable conditions, and emergency situations.

    7. Show your computer skills: This role requires proficiency in computer applications. Mention specific tools you use for reporting, data tracking, or risk assessment software. Even basic Excel skills can set you apart if you can show you use them for safety data.

    8. Align with the mission: This is a water and sanitation company, so talk about why safe sludge handling and clean water matter to you. Show that you understand the public health impact of this work and that you are committed to it beyond just the job.

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    Tags

    Occupational Health and Safety
    OSHA 2007
    NEBOSH
    IOSH
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