Health and Safety Officer

About the role

Maarif Education is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to lead the development and implementation of health and safety plans across its school sites. The role ensures compliance with domestic and international standards, safeguarding the welfare of children, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct daily health and safety inspections and prepare weekly and monthly reports.
• Perform risk assessments and enforce preventive measures throughout the school premises.
• Check firefighting and alarm systems, coordinating with contractors for maintenance.
• Implement precautionary measures for infectious diseases as directed by the Ministry of Health.
• Develop emergency plans, organise mock drills each semester and train staff on emergency response.
• Deliver safety awareness sessions for students and staff.
• Investigate accidents and near‑misses, conduct root‑cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead toolbox talks, orientation sessions for new employees and identify training needs.
• Manage traffic flow on‑site and during external road works.
• Supervise school clinics, ensuring equipment requirements are met and oversee safety committees.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science.
• Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA and ISO 45001 2018.

Required skills

• Auditing
• ISO 45001 2018
• Office software proficiency
• OSHA standards
• IOSH standards
• NEBOSH methodology