Job Description
Environment, Health And Safety (EHS) Officer (5 Positions) Job Grade 6 (Permanent And Pensionable) REF : 8 / 8 / 2023
Qualifications
1. A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized university;
2. Professional qualification in Environmental, Health and Safety with a bias in petroleum operations;
3. Membership in good standing of a relevant professional body, where applicable; and
4. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Application Requirements
Applicants MUST upload the following documents during application:
1. A Signed application letter;
2. A detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating their current and previous employers, positions held, current and expected salary, level of education and names of at least three professional referees, two of which must be working in the current organization;
3. National Identity Card; and
4. Copies of academic and professional certificates;
Youth, female candidates, Persons with Disability (PWD) and marginalized are strongly encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to avail original and copy of a signed application letter, Curriculum Vitae; certified copies of the relevant academic and professional certificates; national identity card; birth certificate and valid clearance certificates from KRA; HELB; EACC; Credit Reference Bureau and Kenya Police as per chapter six of the Constitution during the interview.
Responsibilities
1. Review Environment and Social Impact Assessment study reports;
2. Participate in the development of standards and codes of practice for the energy and petroleum operations;
3. Respond to inquiries and correspondences on matters pertaining to environment, health and safety;
4. Implement Government policies and directives on Environment, Health and Safety;
5. Participate in Environment, Health and Safety audits and draft reports;
6. Ensure complete restoration of sites used for energy and petroleum operations;
7. Prepare quarterly and annual performance reports on processes necessary for the effective enforcement of environment, health and safety standards and codes;
8. Implement Board decisions on matters pertaining environment, safety and health;
9. Adequately deal with customer complaints on matters environment, health and safety; and
10. Attend and participate in various internal and external committees as designated.