OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY wanted at The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC)

The Botswana National Sport Commission (BNSC), a statutory body established to promote sports in Botswana and participation of sports outside Botswana invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the position of  Occupational Health & Safety Officer (OHS) on a temporary basis (06 months);

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

Reporting directly to the Director HR & Administration the incumbent will be responsible for providing safety management advice, monitoring and reporting in the workplace on health and safety matters and engage staff in programme’s that ensure safe practices. As well as maintaining compliance with all safety regulations and ensuring that all staff and customers comply with the regulated standards.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensure that safety and occupational health standards and legislation are in place
• Identify and avert safety and occupational health risks
• Conduct safety, occupational health and hygiene related surveys an inspection
• Investigating and reporting on workplace accidents

 

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Communication skills
• Investigation skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Assertiveness and decisiveness

 

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or Safety Management or equivalent.
• At least three (3) years post qualification experience

 

Benefits and Remuneration

The Botswana National Sport Commission offers a competitive salary and range of benefits commensurate with the responsibilities and challenges of the job.