Health and Safety Officer – Restaurant Cluster

About the role

This role ensures the effective implementation and continuous improvement of health and safety practices across assigned operations, promotes compliance with OSHA 2005, supports risk management and fosters a proactive safety culture. It is based at the Head Office in Bagatelle for the Restaurant Cluster.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and maintain a Health & Safety Management System in line with OSHA 2005 and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Advise and support Management in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Conduct and document risk assessments, inspections and audits.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near-misses and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, risk assessments and statutory reports.
• Develop communication channels on health and safety matters and design and deliver training programmes and awareness sessions.
• Ensure emergency preparedness (fire drills, evacuation plans, first aid readiness).
• Assess safety needs such as PPE and medical examinations and monitor performance indicators.

Required profile

• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety.
• At least two years of experience in occupational safety and health; hospitality experience is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and French, written and spoken.
• Valid driving licence required for site visits.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of OSHA 2005 and related regulations.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.
• Good training, presentation and organisational skills.