Senior Construction HSE Advisor

• Develop, implement, and maintain a project-specific HSE plan aligned with company policies, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and Kenyan legal standards.
• Create and manage HSE procedures such as risk assessments, permit-to-work systems, emergency response plans, and incident investigation processes.
• Provide expert HSE advice and ongoing technical support to the project management team and contractors.
• Lead a team of HSE officers to ensure consistent application of safety standards on site.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify hazards, assess risks, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
• Oversee management of high-risk activities including work at height, lifting, confined space entry, excavation, and electrical work.
• Manage environmental controls on site including waste management, pollution prevention, and noise control in line with NEMA regulations.
• Design and deliver comprehensive HSE orientation for all staff and visitors.
• Coordinate safety briefings, focused training sessions, and safety pauses tailored to site risks.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging responsibility and engagement at all workforce levels.
• Lead thorough investigations of incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan laws such as OSHA and EMCA.
• Maintain HSE records and produce detailed performance reports for management.
• Act as the main contact for regulatory bodies like NEMA and DOSHS, clients, and other stakeholders on HSE issues.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent qualification is required.
• Membership in a recognised professional body such as CMIOSH or Grad IOSH is highly preferred.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in construction HSE management, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior site-based position.
• Proven experience as Lead HSE Manager on large, high-rise, or complex mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan occupational safety, health, and environmental legislation.
• Experience implementing and auditing integrated HSE management systems compliant with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Leadership skills to assertively promote safety-first attitudes across project teams.
• Ability to influence contractors, consultants, and workers to maintain safe working practices.
• Excellent communication skills for delivering training and preparing professional reports.
• High attention to detail in inspections, documentation, and incident investigations.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive during emergencies and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong personal integrity and commitment to uncompromising safety standards.

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