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HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER job at Mota Engil
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Feb-27
Location: Kampala
HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER 2026-02-26T11:02:52+00:00 Mota Engil https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_4386/logo/Mota%20Engil.png https://www.mota-engil.com/en/mota-engil-in-the-world/africa/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Construction Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Protective Services, Construction, Energy & Mining 2026-03-09T17:00:00+00:00 8 Job Summary The Health, Safety & Environment Officer will be responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on construction sites and workshops. S/he will monitor all activities to ensure proper procedures are followed and equipment is used correctly. Duties and Responsibilities - Provide advice to Site Supervisors and Workshop Managers on health, safety, and environmental issues.
- Monitor compliance with Project and Company Occupational Health and Safety policies through regular inspections and internal audits.
- Ensure established site and workshop safety rules are visibly posted and followed.
- Conduct weekly safety inspections and prepare reports for the Site Manager and HSE Coordinator.
- Perform daily tours of construction sites and the workshop, logging observations in the Daily Observation Register; report unsafe acts and conditions immediately.
- Report serious safety breaches that endanger workers to the Site Manager immediately.
- Assist Site Manager, Construction Manager, and Supervisors in risk assessments and safe work method statements.
- Develop and deliver internal health and safety training programs, including workshop safety and lifting procedures.
- Conduct daily Toolbox Talks and maintain proper records.
- Support Pre-Task Briefings on control measures and safe work practices for both site and workshop activities.
- Deliver Site and Workshop Safety Orientation Training for all workers, subcontractors, and visitors.
- Investigate incidents and prepare reports for Site Manager, HSE Coordinator, and HSE Manager.
- Audit registers and permit systems for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, excavations, confined spaces, hot works, and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
- Provide weekly H&S statistics and data to the HSE Coordinator.
- Conduct equipment safety inspections at the workshop to ensure proper use, maintenance, and lifting procedures.
Qualifications and Skills Required. - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, or related field.
- Occupational Health and Safety certification is an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as HSSE Officer or Engineer.
- Strong knowledge of environmental, health, and safety legal frameworks.
- Good computer skills (MS Excel and MS Word).
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety or Risk Management practices.
- Working knowledge of National Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Passionate about health and safety.
- High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
- Strong teamwork and work ethic.
- Understanding of construction techniques and ability to interpret drawings.
- Knowledge of construction equipment, workshop operations, equipment safety inspections, and lifting procedures is highly desirable.
- Proactive problem-solver able to manage difficult situations positively.
Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. * Provide advice to Site Supervisors and Workshop Managers on health, safety, and environmental issues. * Monitor compliance with Project and Company Occupational Health and Safety policies through regular inspections and internal audits. * Ensure established site and workshop safety rules are visibly posted and followed. * Conduct weekly safety inspections and prepare reports for the Site Manager and HSE Coordinator. * Perform daily tours of construction sites and the workshop, logging observations in the Daily Observation Register; report unsafe acts and conditions immediately. * Report serious safety breaches that endanger workers to the Site Manager immediately. * Assist Site Manager, Construction Manager, and Supervisors in risk assessments and safe work method statements. * Develop and deliver internal health and safety training programs, including workshop safety and lifting procedures. * Conduct daily Toolbox Talks and maintain proper records. * Support Pre-Task Briefings on control measures and safe work practices for both site and workshop activities. * Deliver Site and Workshop Safety Orientation Training for all workers, subcontractors, and visitors. * Investigate incidents and prepare reports for Site Manager, HSE Coordinator, and HSE Manager. * Audit registers and permit systems for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, excavations, confined spaces, hot works, and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures. * Provide weekly H&S statistics and data to the HSE Coordinator. * Conduct equipment safety inspections at the workshop to ensure proper use, maintenance, and lifting procedures. * Strong knowledge of environmental, health, and safety legal frameworks. * Good computer skills (MS Excel and MS Word). * Highly organized and detail-oriented. * Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety or Risk Management practices. * Working knowledge of National Occupational Health and Safety regulations. * Passionate about health and safety. * High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability. * Strong teamwork and work ethic. * Understanding of construction techniques and ability to interpret drawings. * Knowledge of construction equipment, workshop operations, equipment safety inspections, and lifting procedures is highly desirable. * Proactive problem-solver able to manage difficult situations positively. * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, or related field. * Occupational Health and Safety certification is an added advantage. * Minimum 5 years’ experience as HSSE Officer or Engineer. JOB-69a0285c8bb0c Vacancy title:
HEALTH AND SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER Jobs at:
Mota Engil Deadline of this Job:
Monday, March 9 2026 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, February 26 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary The Health, Safety & Environment Officer will be responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on construction sites and workshops. S/he will monitor all activities to ensure proper procedures are followed and equipment is used correctly. Duties and Responsibilities - Provide advice to Site Supervisors and Workshop Managers on health, safety, and environmental issues.
- Monitor compliance with Project and Company Occupational Health and Safety policies through regular inspections and internal audits.
- Ensure established site and workshop safety rules are visibly posted and followed.
- Conduct weekly safety inspections and prepare reports for the Site Manager and HSE Coordinator.
- Perform daily tours of construction sites and the workshop, logging observations in the Daily Observation Register; report unsafe acts and conditions immediately.
- Report serious safety breaches that endanger workers to the Site Manager immediately.
- Assist Site Manager, Construction Manager, and Supervisors in risk assessments and safe work method statements.
- Develop and deliver internal health and safety training programs, including workshop safety and lifting procedures.
- Conduct daily Toolbox Talks and maintain proper records.
- Support Pre-Task Briefings on control measures and safe work practices for both site and workshop activities.
- Deliver Site and Workshop Safety Orientation Training for all workers, subcontractors, and visitors.
- Investigate incidents and prepare reports for Site Manager, HSE Coordinator, and HSE Manager.
- Audit registers and permit systems for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, excavations, confined spaces, hot works, and Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
- Provide weekly H&S statistics and data to the HSE Coordinator.
- Conduct equipment safety inspections at the workshop to ensure proper use, maintenance, and lifting procedures.
Qualifications and Skills Required. - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, or related field.
- Occupational Health and Safety certification is an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as HSSE Officer or Engineer.
- Strong knowledge of environmental, health, and safety legal frameworks.
- Good computer skills (MS Excel and MS Word).
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety or Risk Management practices.
- Working knowledge of National Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Passionate about health and safety.
- High integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
- Strong teamwork and work ethic.
- Understanding of construction techniques and ability to interpret drawings.
- Knowledge of construction equipment, workshop operations, equipment safety inspections, and lifting procedures is highly desirable.
- Proactive problem-solver able to manage difficult situations positively.
Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Application Link: Click Here to Apply Now
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