Industrial Hygienist Job at Tanzania Electric Supply Company

Reports To:Principal Health Officer

Reporting Office:Head Office, Umeme Park Building - Ubungo.

Background -TANESCO

The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanian people. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to be more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company will, in the coming years invest heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites internal applicants who are self-motivated, honest, and hardworking and committed individual to fill the under-mentioned post in the Business Unit of Distribution and Customer Services (Safety, Health and Claims Section) at Head Office.

Position Objective

Ensure a sound hygienic work environment to staff and the general public as regard to the company activities i.e. Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Sales, Marketing and Customer Services.

Principal Accountabilities:

Ensure all company workplaces are in the top hygienic condition.

Ensure personal hygiene risks are identified and managed

Ensure all staff and facilities acquire optimal necessities as far as industrial hygiene is concerned

Minimize man hour losses due to unfavorable working environment and hygienic conditions

Carry out hygiene audits/ inspections for entire company to ensure they conform to the required hygienic standards and advise on maintaining and enhancing workers hygiene.

Monitor the improvement of lighting level, internal air quality (ventilation), audio and visibility in work place to meet legal and company standards.

Prevent noise induced hearing loss by implementing audio screenings and analyze the trends/statistics on hygiene education

Conducting regular seminars and training on hygiene regulations and procedures to members of staff.

Preparation of hygienic condition tender documents technical specifications whenever a need arises.

Preparation of weekly monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Also, compile hygienic condition reports from regions and plants

Any other work related duties as directed by the Principal Health Officer.

Self-management and personal traits:

Good team player

Good communication skills and computer literacy (Good written & spoken English and Kiswahili are a must).

Planning skills:

• Prioritizes work and uses time efficiently

Plans ahead to ensure that resources are available in time

Ability to meet constant deadlines

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

A good bachelor degree in Environmental sciences, Health or equivalent from accredited Universities/Colleges.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years in the Occupational Health field

Key Competencies:

Comprehensive knowledge on Industrial hygiene,

Knowledge on Occupational Health Laws, Standards and Regulations,

Ability to manage, supervise and work

Application Instructions:

Remuneration and benefits

An attractive package shall be offered commensurate with the skills and experience. Details will be discussed at the interview; only people who fit the above criteria need to apply

Applicants should send a well written application giving full details of previous work life history, qualifications and include two work references. Applications should be addressed to:

Senior Manager Human Resources,

Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (Tanesco),

Umeme Park Building – Ubungo

P. 0 BOX 9024,

Dar Es Salaam,

Tanzania .