Safety Officer

Safety Officer Job Description

Job Summary:

The Safety and Quality Officer shall support OHS and Quality Assurance across all TMHS and Customer Services, and be responsible for devising and establishing Safety and Quality procedures, standards, and specifications. She/he shall promote Safety and Quality Improvement across all processes and procedures of the TMHS and Customers, and share reports as required.

Responsibilities.

• Oversee, monitor, evaluate, control, and carry out frequent inspection and testing of company OHS equipment and systems to ensure they operate efficiently and effectively.
• Timely diagnose and solve any customer complaints or operating system/equipment malfunction/ breakdown within 24 hours; failure to do so shall be communicated to the Head of Department for further action.
• Prepare and process all tender applications and execution of OHS consultancy works.
• Identify, obtain, update, and maintain necessary certifications and accreditations required for the company to conduct OHS consultancy works
• Identify, rob and liaise with companies/institutions/firms/organizations that need OHS consultancy services so that the company achieves working contracts with them.
• Do thorough competitor and customer survey/analysis, eventually develop user-friendly and cost-effective OHS packages so that the company becomes the best OHS services provider in Tanzania
• Submit monthly and annual progress reports to the Head of Department or as directed from time to time.
• Performs HSE activities including consultancy, training, and any other safety programs as necessary.
• Business Development, Marketing and ensuring profitable HSE consultancy operations
• And other assigned tasks

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Quality Assurance, Environmental Science.
• Relevant professional certifications in HSE/OHS (OSHA compliance certifications) are a strong advantage.

Other Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven professional experience working in an HSE, quality assurance, or technical safety environment (ideally including business development or corporate marketing).
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of Tanzanian OHS regulations, industry standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities with a strict adherence to the 24-hour turnaround policy.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated background in business development, preparing tender applications, and driving profitable consultancy operations.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client engagement, networking, and reporting