Job Description
Health & Safety Officer
Safeguarding People. Protecting Lives.
Job Profile
- Ensure compliance with hospital health, safety, fire safety and regulatory requirements through effective implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement.
- Develop, implement and supervise fire safety plans, emergency response procedures and evacuation plans to safeguard patients, staff, visitors and hospital property.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, fire risk assessments and workplace audits while implementing appropriate corrective and preventive control measures.
- Monitor, maintain and ensure all fire and life safety equipment are functional, properly positioned and compliant with relevant standards and regulations.
- Coordinate fire drills, safety training and awareness programs while working closely with external fire authorities and emergency services to strengthen emergency preparedness and response.
- Investigate workplace incidents and safety concerns, identify root causes and recommend corrective actions to enhance workplace safety culture across clinical and non-clinical teams.
Candidate Profile
- Diploma in Health & Safety, Engineering & Fire Safety/ PG Diploma in fire safety or environment management from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent qualification.
- Good knowledge of current fire suppression, firefighting techniques including all related equipment, fire records systems, communications equipment and use and fire reporting procedures.
- Good knowledge of the principles and practices involved in emergency medical services will be an added advantage.
- An individual with minimum 01 year of experience in health and safety, quality management systems in a hospital environment or equivalent.
- Energetic candidate with excellent IT skills, interpersonal skills, problem solving skills and demonstration skills.
Location
HEMAS HOSPITALS THALAWATHUGODA / WATTALA
Be part of a team that values safety, care & excellence.
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Take the next step in your career and make a difference.
Send your CV to careers@hemashospitals.com
For more information: 011 7 888 888