The main purpose of the job:

The Health & Safety Officer will lead the British Embassy Addis Ababa on all compliance checks and documentation compilation to be fully compliant with UK Health and Safety and Fire standards for both the office and residential properties. The Health & Safety Officer will ensure all scheduled checks are conducted timely and well documented in the Post Compliance Assessment process while also proactively supporting all staff with H&S and fire safety issues and awareness. They will work closely with the Estates Manager on Health and Safety Communication Programmes and will work closely with the Technical Works Officers. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the Embassy plays an active role in the Post Capture Data (PCD) process, where activity to ensure compliance across the estate is recorded, and proactively supporting everyone with Health and Safety and fire safety issues and awareness. The job holder will also support the Health and Safety Committee, the Fire Safety Committee, and the Ambassador to ensure compliance across the Embassy.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Supported by the Corporate Services Manager responsible for Estates and Health and Safety, Technical Works supervisors, Regional Technical Lead, Director and Deputy Directors of Corporate Services, lead on all aspects of H&S and Fire Safety in the Embassy including residential properties.

• Ensure that all H&S and Fire Safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated, and communicated.

• Ensure Post meets its statutory obligations in all areas of H&S and Fire Safety, including recommended mandatory training and reporting.

• Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated, and recommended improvements implemented.

• Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments, and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities.

• Coordinate the development of H&S and Fire Safety policies, systems of work, and procedures.

• Maintain a full program of documented H&S and Fire Safety inspections, audits, and checks.

• Maintain a structured program of H&S and Fire Safety training throughout the Post. Lead and coordinate H&S {First aid} and Fire warden training with local as well as UK trainers as needed.

• Play an active role in the One HMG Platform Board leading H&S and Fire Safety issues, ensuring all agreed action points are completed within deadlines.

• Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant H&S and Fire Safety and communicate relevant changes to stakeholders.

• Provide regular reports to the One HMG Platform Board on relevant health and safety activities.

• Liaise with suppliers for procurement of H&S and Fire Safety resources.

• In carrying out the above ensure the PCD is updated and issues identified by the Technical Works Officer are actioned within agreed timeframes.

• Lead in coordinating any H&S and Fire Safety related visits.

• Escorting of contractors on site, both at the office and at residential properties to ensure that they are operating in full compliance with UK health and safety standards.

• Risk assessment and management, which include conducting a risk assessment when needed and evaluating risk assessment done by staff for final approval.

• Lead and managed the performance of a team of 7 cleaning staff.

• Any other duties, which may be required by management from time to time.

Resources managed:

• H&S and Fire Safety Budget, in partnership with the Technical Works Group

• Line manage 7 members of the cleaning team

Job Requirements

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

• Experience of working in a Health and Safety or Fire Safety role.

• Experience of working in a building or facilities management environment.

• Ability to be proactive, work in a fast-paced environment, manage own time and prioritise effectively.

• Confidence to put forward own views, challenge others and remain resilient.

• Be a good team player and support others.

• Experience of administrative work, record keeping and a working knowledge of all Microsoft applications.

• Valid driving license.

Language requirements: 

Language: English

Level of language required: Fluent written and spoken English

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience 

• NEBOSH certification in Health and Safety, or equivalent Health and Safety qualification – Embassy will ensure training to NEBOSH level for successful candidate.

• Experience or knowledge of environmental and sustainable management systems.

• Experience of working in a multicultural environment.

• Experience in budget management.

Required behaviours

Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service

Application deadline: 23 September 2024

Grade: Administrative Officer (AO)

Type of Position: Permanent

Region: Africa

Country/Territory: Ethiopia

Location (City): Addis Ababa

Type of Post: British Embassy

Salary: USD 505.42

Start Date: 1 November 2024

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

Learning and development opportunities:

Learning and Development opportunities will be tailored to the successful candidate to ensure they have the most up to date qualifications and knowledge, including NEBOSH if not already obtained. There will also be wider learning opportunities to develop career and professional goals.

Working patterns:

This is a hands-on job that requires physical presence in the Embassy and on site, however some flexibility in working hours and patterns is possible and should be discussed with the hiring manager.

How to Apply

• Must be able to legally work in Ethiopia

• Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening

• Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted

• Use THIS LINK to apply

• The British Embassy will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position

• Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Addis Ababa are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Ethiopia

• All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.

• The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;
  Obtain the relevant permit
  Pay the fees for the permit
  Make arrangements to relocate
  Meet the costs to relocation

• Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount

• Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link:
  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles

• Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates

• Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a reserve list. If during the reserve period of 6/12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate