Duties

Sheq Officer Duties

A SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) officer is responsible for implementing and maintaining a workplace’s health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices[1].

  • Develop and enforce health, safety, environment, and quality standards and policies in accordance with laws, local legislation, and international standards such as ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001[2][3].
  • Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to identify potential hazards and ensure safe working conditions[1][6].
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and ensuring prompt corrective actions are implemented[1][2][3].
  • Train and advise staff on safe working practices, emergency procedures, and applicable safety regulations; organize toolbox talks and safety awareness programs[1][2][4].
  • Maintain compliance with all local, national, and international health, safety, environmental, and quality legislation and standards[3][7].
  • Implement and review environmental management practices to reduce environmental impact, including waste management processes and monitoring environmental aspects[2][4].
  • Compile and communicate statistics, KPIs, and SHEQ reports to senior management; advise on process improvements and corrective actions as necessary[1][3].
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies, inspectors, trade unions, and other relevant organizations to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement[1][5].
  • Coordinate emergency response plans and participate in emergency preparedness exercises[2][7].
  • Monitor, analyze, and address safety concerns reported by employees; act to stop any unsafe acts or conditions immediately[5][6].

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