Job Title: Health and Safety Officer
Organisation: Fiduga Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Dümmen Orange is a leading global breeder and propagator of ornamental flowers and plants, offering an impressive portfolio of cut flowers, pot plants, bedding plants, perennials, tropical plants, bulbs, and tubers to growers, wholesalers, and retailers around the world. Our headquarters are based in the Netherlands, and we employ over 7,500 people worldwide. Fiduga Ltd is flower farm incorporated in Uganda since 1998 producing and exporting Chrysanthemum Cuttings.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor daily operations across all farm departments to ensure full compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) standards and law of Uganda.
- Identify unsafe practices, hazardous conditions, or non-compliance with internal or legal safety requirements through routine inspections and audits.
- Conduct regular inspections and functionality checks of machinery, greenhouse equipment, tods, and vehicles to ensure safe use and timely repair or replacement.
- Coordinate and schedule maintenance or repairs of faulty or damaged equipment to prevent accidents and production downtime.
- Facilitate induction and ongoing safety training sessions for all employees, contractors, and visitors, with a focus on high-risk areas such as greenhouses, irrigation systems, and spraying teams.
- Lead investigations into incidents, injuries, or near-misses: identify root causes, document findings, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Ensure the correct placement and visibility of hazard warning signs and safety notices across the farm, especially in technical and high-risk areas.
- Work with the Quality and Compliance teams to ensure safety measures align with certification requirements (e.g.. MPS. ISO) and product safety standards.
- Develop, implement, and regularly update farm-specific safety policies and emergency response procedures, including fire safety, chemical handling, and PPE use.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and job hazard analyses for all production areas, including cutting, propagation, technical, and logistics.
- Monitor and manage farm waste disposal practices, ensuring alignment v/ith environmental and safety standards
- Stay updated with relevant health and safety legislation and ensure all farm operations remain compliant.
- Prepare and present accurate and timely safety reports to farm management, highlighting trends, risks, actions taken, and areas for improvement.
- Liaise with external auditors, authorities, and law enforcement as needed, especially in cases involving serious incidents or inspections.
- Promote a culture of health and safety through active engagement.
- awareness campaigns, and visible leadership in the workplace.
- Attend professional development workshops, seminars, and certification courses to maintain and enhance safety competencies.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety. Environmental Science. Industrial Hygiene. Public Health, or a related discipline is required.
- Additional certifications, such as a Diploma in Hearth & Safety. NEBOSH. I0SH, or other internationally recognized qualifications, are a significant advantage.
- Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience managing hearth and safety operations, preferably in an agricultural, horticultural, or production/manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with MPS-ECAS. ISO standards (e g. ISO 45001). or local compliance audits will be beneficial.
Requirements-Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:
- Thorough knowledge of Ugandan occupational health and safety legislation, including the Occupational Safety and Hearth Act 2006, and relevant environmental laws (e.g. NEMA regulations. OSHA. and applicable EPA standards).
- Strong understanding of hazard identification and control methods relevant to an agricultural/production setting, including the safe use of agrochemicals, biological hazards, and equipment-related risks.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and reviewing safety policies. SOPs. and risk assessments tailored to farm operations such as propagation, irrigation, spraying, and harvesting.
- Proficient in preparing incident reports, safety audits, and statistical safety performance reports, with the ability to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
- Capable of conducting and interpreting data analysis related to workplace injuries, near misses, and safety KPIs to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Computer literacy is essential: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel. PowerPoint). Experience with digital safety management systems or auditing platforms is an added advantage.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple safety initiatives across various departments and ensure timely reporting.
- Detail-oriented and diligent, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety concerns.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to deliver engaging safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions to both operational and managerial staff.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a cover letter and CV by e-mail to [email protected]
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36