Fire and Safety Officer

Job title : Fire and Safety Officer

Job Summary

• The Fire and Safety Officer is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining fire prevention and occupational safety programs to ensure a safe working environment.
• The role involves conducting safety inspections, enforcing compliance with fire and safety regulations, coordinating emergency preparedness activities, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Fire Safety Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain fire prevention and fire protection programs.
• Conduct regular inspections of fire extinguishers, hydrants, hose reels, sprinkler systems, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and other firefighting equipment.
• Ensure firefighting equipment is serviced and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate routine fire drills and emergency evacuation exercises.
• Investigate fire incidents and recommend preventive and corrective actions.

Occupational Health and Safety:

• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and statutory safety regulations.
• Monitor the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Promote safe work practices across all departments.

Compliance and Regulatory Requirements:

• Ensure compliance with relevant occupational health, safety, environmental, and fire safety legislation.
• Maintain all required safety permits, inspection records, and statutory documentation.
• Support internal and external HSE audits and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor corrective actions arising from audits and inspections.

Training and Awareness:

• Conduct safety induction training for new employees and contractors.
• Organize periodic fire safety and emergency response training.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety awareness campaigns.
• Educate employees on emergency procedures and safe work practices.

Incident Management:

• Investigate accidents, near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions.
• Prepare investigation reports with root cause analysis and recommendations.
• Monitor implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and safety statistics.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Coordinate emergency response activities.
• Serve as a member or coordinator of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Ensure emergency exits and evacuation routes remain accessible.
• Participate in business continuity and emergency planning activities.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare weekly and monthly HSE performance reports.
• Maintain safety inspection checklists, training records, incident logs, and equipment maintenance records.
• Report safety performance metrics to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related discipline.
• Professional HSE certifications such as NEBOSH, OSHA, ISPON, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Fire safety certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 - 8years experience in fire safety, HSE, or industrial safety.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations or Fire Corporation is preferred.
• Practical experience with fire prevention systems, emergency response, and safety audits.
• Strong knowledge of fire prevention and emergency response.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.
• Risk assessment and hazard identification skills.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to conduct safety training and awareness.