Health and Safety Officer – Kampala – Vidullanka

About US:
As a BOI approved company founded in 1997, Vidullanka constructs and operates hydroelectric power projects. A fully owned subsidiary of Vidullanka PLC, Vidul Construction (Pvt) Ltd specializes in designing and construction of mini-hydro power projects. As a Sri Lankan based renowned hydropower company, We believe in making a difference for the future of our planet and our long term strategies are woven around this belief. We are now well placed to deliver the same corporate values in Uganda through our first Ugandan subsidiary Muvumbe Hydro (U) Limited. Vidullanka are ready to develop 6.5 Mw Muvumbe small hydro power project in Maziba Sub-country in Kabale District.

Job Summary: The incumbent will actively participate in promoting occupational health and safety within an organization by ensuring that workplace conform to organizational procedures and safety standards/regulations. The Health and Safety Officer will focus on areas such as inspect workplace and equipment, ensure PPE is being used according to regulations, ensure an organization complies with all legislations identify and testing work areas for potential accidents and health hazards, conduct regular site inspections, keep workers, supervisors informed often communicate frequently with management to report on the status of health and safety, conduct health awareness programs to site employees and community, keep proper records on accidents, hazards and health issue of workers and attending for an emergency.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The Health and Safety Officer should possess have three years’ experience in international occupational health, safety guidelines and best practices
The applicants should be up to date with new legislations to maintain working knowledge of all health and safety.
Prior experience in First Aid would be an added advantage.

How to Apply:
All candidates are encouraged to send their applications via Email to: Careers@vidullanka.com

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