A leading telecom company is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead the company’s occupational health and safety strategy, ensuring a safe working environment across offices, branches, warehouses, technical sites, and field operations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement the company’s safety policies, procedures, and programs in line with local regulations and international standards.
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Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements across all company facilities and operational sites.
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Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
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Identify potential workplace hazards and develop appropriate preventive and control measures.
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Oversee safety requirements for telecom sites, maintenance activities, construction projects, and field operations.
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Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
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Develop and conduct safety training, awareness programs, emergency drills, and toolbox talks.
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Ensure contractors and service providers comply with the company’s HSE and safety requirements.
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Monitor and improve emergency preparedness, fire safety, evacuation, and crisis response procedures.
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Maintain safety records, reports, KPIs, and relevant documentation.
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Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory authorities on safety-related matters.
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Promote a strong safety culture across the organization.
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Lead and develop the safety team and ensure effective implementation of safety initiatives.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
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7–10 years of experience in occupational health and safety, with experience in a managerial role.
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Experience in telecommunications, construction, utilities, industrial, or large-scale organizations is preferred.
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Strong knowledge of HSE legislation, risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety management systems.
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Professional HSE certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
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Experience managing contractor and field safety.
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to conduct safety audits, inspections, investigations, and training programs.
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Strong knowledge of emergency response and business continuity procedures.