Sunda International

Health & Safety Specialist- Kisumu

Sunda International  •  Republic of Kenya (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Health & Safety Specialist - Kisumu

As the Health & Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing on-site safety operations, ensuring compliance with national regulations, and driving emergency preparedness. You will play a key role in identifying hazards, conducting safety audits, implementing training programs, and fostering a proactive safety culture across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Hazardous Operations & Daily Safety Management: Approve, supervise, and record high-risk operations; conduct daily hazard inspections and monthly electrical/combustible materials audits; implement safety incentive and disciplinary programs to drive employee engagement.
  • Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness: Manage and update the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and part-time safety officer lists; supervise weekly fire system inspections (extinguishers/hydrants) and coordinate quarterly fire drills.
  • Compliance, Audits & Incident Management: Perform comprehensive safety risk assessments and audits to ensure compliance with national regulations; lead incident investigations, track corrective measures, and ensure closed-loop resolution.
  • Safety Training & Culture Building: Establish and deliver onboarding safety training; share accident case studies to drive reflection; act as the internal and external safety liaison to cultivate a robust site safety culture.

Job Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional Certification & Experience: NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC) or equivalent certification; at least 3 years of safety management experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, and safety audit reporting.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with a proven ability to influence and train employees at all levels to strictly adhere to safety protocols.
Sunda International

About Sunda International

Sunda International was founded in 2004, with its headquarters located in Guangzhou, China. After more than two decades of hard work and dedication, Sunda is dedicated to the research and production of ceramic products, sanitary ware, hygiene products, household daily care products, personal care items, hardware products, and more. Its business network now spans over 20 countries and regions worldwide.

Over the years, Sunda International has been among the top exporters to Africa and has established subsidiaries in Ghana, Tanzania, Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Uganda, Zambia, Nigeria, Cameroon, Benin, Burkina Faso, South Africa, as well as in Peru in South America,creating a complete industrial chain integrating manufacturing, marketing network, strategic procurement, sea and land transportation, and warehouse management. Sunda International has always prioritized people-oriented approaches and conducted business with integrity. It has created excellent working environments, standardized corporate management systems, and comprehensive employee training systems. The company emphasizes the potential, sense of responsibility, and spirit of challenge of each employee, establishing a high-quality international trade team. While rapidly adapting to changes in the international market, Sunda constantly seizes opportunities, wins customer trust with sustained profitability, and assumes social responsibility through sustainable operation and integrity.

In the future, Sunda International will strive to become a leading multinational conglomerate in emerging markets.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Guangzhou, CN
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sunda.com
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