Occupational Hygienist Officer

GeneralRole Purpose

• To limit health risks through practical and cost-effective methods, carry out detailed surveys, use specialist equipment to measure hazards and compile reports and data to present to clients 

Qualifications

• Degree in in Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Health orotherrelated field 

• Good negotiating skills,tact and diplomacy 

Core SpecificResponsibilities 

• Conduct sampling and preparation for analysis 

• Manage andmaintain equipment registers 

• Investigate Occupational Health and Safety concerns in diverse occupational environments 

• Develop, review, update and implement the OHS&E program, including related policies and procedures  

• Provide technical support to incident and near miss reporting, investigations and follows-up on recommendations  

• Conduct regular inspections and audits 

• Implement industrial hygiene program  

• Prepare reports based on results, inclusive of remedial actions 

• Follow up on IH actions and ensure effective close-out 

ExpectedDeliverables 

• Offer advice on health and safety regulations 

• Come up with cost-effective solutions to remedy problems (if any) 

• Control hazards in the workplace

Behavioural Traits 

• Mustpossess an analytical mind 

• Must besafety conscious 

• Must have a high standard of hygiene 

Operational Requirements 

• Anticipate, recognise, evaluate,communicate and controlenvironmental stressors in, or arising from, thework place that may result in injury, illness, impairment, or affect the well-being of workers and members of the community 

Knowledge and Experience

TheOccupational Hygiene Officerwillrequireknowledge,skills and experience in the following areas: 

• A minimum of4 years’ experience (preferably in the mining industry) 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills  

• Knowledge of and a thorough understanding of relevant legislation 

• Training and experience with incident/accident reporting and investigation 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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