HSE Supervisor (Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant) – Wote, Makueni at WTS Energy

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Job Detail

  • Job ID 1020047
  • Experience  2 Years
  • Qualifications  Diploma

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management systems and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with Kenyan occupational health, safety, and environmental legislation, company policies, and industry best practices.
  • Conduct regular workplace inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
  • Lead incident, accident, and near-miss investigations, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
  • Coordinate HSE inductions, toolbox talks, safety awareness campaigns, and training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors.
  • Maintain accurate HSE records, including incidents, accidents, near misses, working hours, permits, licenses, statutory inspections, and certifications.
  • Monitor environmental performance, including waste management, emissions, water usage, and compliance with environmental standards.
  • Support the implementation of emergency preparedness and response plans, including fire safety and evacuation procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems and safe operating procedures across all plant activities.
  • Advise management on occupational health, hazardous substances, PPE requirements, machinery safety, fire prevention, and environmental compliance.
  • Prepare and submit monthly HSE performance reports, statistics, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Promote a positive safety culture by encouraging employee participation in HSE initiatives and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the HSE Superintendent or Plant Management.

Required Qualifications

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in an HSE role within a manufacturing, industrial processing, or vegetable oil extraction environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Kenyan Occupational Safety and Health regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Experience implementing and maintaining HSE management systems in an industrial setting.
  • Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and other relevant management systems will be an added advantage.
  • Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (DOSHS-approved or equivalent).
  • Training in Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Fire Safety, and Emergency Response is highly desirable.
  • Certified Risk Assessor qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HSE reporting systems.

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