Safety Steward

Role Overview

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety inspections and observations to identify hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Report safety hazards, incidents, near misses, and non-compliance issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Promote safe working practices and encourage employees to follow established health and safety procedures.
• Assist with implementing and monitoring safety procedures, policies, and preventive measures.
• Support incident investigations and assist in identifying corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in safety meetings, awareness campaigns, toolbox talks, and relevant training activities.
• Maintain accurate safety records, inspection reports, incident documentation, and other required safety records.
• Monitor the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and report any observed deficiencies.
• Support compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements and organizational standards.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in occupational health and safety or a related field.
• A degree or academic background relevant to occupational health and safety, environmental health, engineering, or a related discipline is required.
• Recognized professional safety certifications or relevant safety training are required.
• Completion of an OSHA 30-Hour course or NEBOSH certification is required.
• Fluent English language proficiency is required.
• Ability to identify workplace hazards and understand basic risk assessment and safety control measures.
• Ability to prepare and maintain safety reports, records, and documentation.