Fire Safety Officer

Responsible for preventing fires, maintaining safety equipment and ensuring buildings comply with

fire management plans and programs as approved by DCZL’s management

Responsible for driving the fire tender and maintaining its suitability for operational needs in

ensuring fire safety.

· Organise and conduct staff training sessions, simulations and community based safety education.

· Coordinate and conduct of basic HSE induction exercises for Plant employees, contractors and

visitors.

· Develop and implement suitable communication materials for fire safety during trainings and drills

to ensure fire preparedness.

· Conduct safety awareness sessions at periodic HSE refresher trainings.

· Conduct hazard risk analyses and maintain compliance with local district safety regulations to ensure

the safety of staff and property.

· Regularly or periodically check fire alarms, water sprinklers and fire extinguishers to make sure they

work well.

· Develop emergency plans by writing evacuation plans and run practice safety drill for staff.

· Identify hazardous conditions and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and/or

use of personal protective equipment.

· Assist with accident investigations as required and ensure prompt communication of

recommendations to all concerned parties

· Support in the execution of approved corrective action to prevent future incidents.

· Follow local and national laws and work with fire departments at community, district and

institutional levels.

· Coordination of response teams, manage the emergency operations centre and take immediate action

during active crises to minimise harm.

· Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Education and Work Experience

Diploma/Certificate or its equivalent in Industrial Safety or related discipline.

· Certification/ license from recognised fire Institute

· Valid driver’s licence

· Certificate in First Aid.

· Minimum of Six (6) years relevant work experience.

knowledge of the cement and manufacturing industry.

· Adequate knowledge of applicable mining and explosives regulations.

· Ability to champion Health & Safety initiatives.

· Ability to adequately analyse an incident and proffer valuable solutions.

· Good organisational skills.

· Good oral and written communication skills.