JOB SUMMARY

The Loss Control Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive loss control and risk management programs to minimize financial losses, prevent accidents and injuries, protect company assets, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. This role encompasses safety management, security oversight, insurance administration, incident investigation, and the creation of a strong safety culture across all construction sites and company facilities. The Loss Control Manager plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's people, property, and reputation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Management & Loss Prevention

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and programs for all company operations
• Establish and maintain occupational health and safety management systems in compliance with OSHA 2007 and other relevant regulations
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of construction sites, workshops, offices, and equipment yards
• Identify potential hazards and implement control measures to eliminate or reduce risks
• Monitor compliance with safety standards and regulations across all projects
• Develop site-specific safety plans for road construction and maintenance projects

Risk Assessment & Management

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for all company operations, projects, and activities
• Identify and evaluate operational, financial, reputational, and strategic risks
• Develop risk registers and maintain up-to-date risk profiles for ongoing projects
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness
• Prepare risk management reports for senior management and board review

Incident Management & Investigation

• Lead investigations of all accidents, incidents, near-misses, and property damage events
• Determine root causes and contributing factors using systematic investigation methodologies
• Prepare detailed incident investigation reports with findings and recommendations
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accident and incident records and analyze trends to identify patterns
• Report serious incidents to regulatory authorities as required by law

Insurance & Claims Management

• Coordinate all company insurance programs including general liability, professional indemnity, motor vehicle, equipment, and workers compensation
• Liaise with insurance brokers and underwriters to ensure adequate coverage at competitive rates
• Manage the claims process for property damage, equipment losses, vehicle accidents, and injury claims
• Prepare and submit insurance claims documentation and follow up to ensure timely settlement
• Review insurance policies annually and recommend adjustments based on company growth and risk profile
• Track insurance costs and claims history to identify opportunities for premium reduction

Security Management

• Develop and implement security policies and procedures for company premises, construction sites, and assets
• Manage relationships with security service providers and monitor their performance
• Implement access control systems and visitor management protocols
• Oversee CCTV surveillance systems and security equipment
• Investigate theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access incidents
• Coordinate security measures for high-value equipment and materials at project sites

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver safety induction programs for all new employees and contractors
• Conduct regular safety training on topics including hazard identification, PPE use, emergency procedures, and safe work practices
• Organize toolbox talks and safety meetings at construction sites
• Train supervisors and managers in safety leadership and incident investigation
• Maintain training records and ensure certification requirements are met
• Promote safety awareness through campaigns, posters, newsletters, and communications

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 2007 and all applicable safety regulations
• Maintain awareness of changes in safety legislation and update company policies accordingly
• Prepare for and coordinate DOSHS (Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services) inspections
• Submit statutory reports and notifications to regulatory authorities
• Address regulatory non-compliance issues and implement corrective measures
• Maintain required safety records, registers, and documentation

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop emergency response plans for fires, medical emergencies, natural disasters, and other crises
• Establish and train emergency response teams at all major facilities and project sites
• Conduct emergency drills and exercises to test preparedness
• Ensure availability of first aid kits, firefighting equipment, and emergency supplies
• Coordinate with local emergency services and authorities

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Establish and track key safety and loss control performance indicators
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on safety performance, incidents, and loss statistics
• Analyze incident data to identify trends and areas requiring improvement
• Present safety reports and recommendations to senior management
• Benchmark company safety performance against industry standards

Safety Culture Development

• Champion a culture of safety throughout the organization
• Promote employee participation in safety programs and hazard reporting
• Recognize and reward safe behaviors and safety achievements
• Engage with safety committees and worker representatives
• Lead by example and demonstrate visible safety leadership

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification in Occupational Safety and Health (e.g., NEBOSH International General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent)
• Registration with Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Kenya or similar professional body (highly desirable)
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications
• Master's degree in Risk Management or related field (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in loss control, safety management, or risk management
• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role
• Experience in the construction industry or heavy civil engineering highly preferred
• Proven track record of implementing successful safety programs and reducing incident rates
• Experience with insurance management and claims handling
• Demonstrated knowledge of Kenyan occupational safety and health regulations

Skills and Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, practices, and regulations
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and loss control techniques
• Excellent incident investigation and root cause analysis skills
• Strong leadership and people management abilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training delivery skills
• Ability to influence and drive behavioral change across all organizational levels
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Report writing and documentation skills
• Knowledge of safety management systems and ISO 45001 standards
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and programs for all company operations
• Establish and maintain occupational health and safety management systems in compliance with OSHA 2007 and other relevant regulations
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of construction sites, workshops, offices, and equipment yards
• Identify potential hazards and implement control measures to eliminate or reduce risks
• Monitor compliance with safety standards and regulations across all projects
• Develop site-specific safety plans for road construction and maintenance projects
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for all company operations, projects, and activities
• Identify and evaluate operational, financial, reputational, and strategic risks
• Develop risk registers and maintain up-to-date risk profiles for ongoing projects
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness
• Prepare risk management reports for senior management and board review
• Lead investigations of all accidents, incidents, near-misses, and property damage events
• Determine root causes and contributing factors using systematic investigation methodologies
• Prepare detailed incident investigation reports with findings and recommendations
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accident and incident records and analyze trends to identify patterns
• Report serious incidents to regulatory authorities as required by law
• Coordinate all company insurance programs including general liability, professional indemnity, motor vehicle, equipment, and workers compensation
• Liaise with insurance brokers and underwriters to ensure adequate coverage at competitive rates
• Manage the claims process for property damage, equipment losses, vehicle accidents, and injury claims
• Prepare and submit insurance claims documentation and follow up to ensure timely settlement
• Review insurance policies annually and recommend adjustments based on company growth and risk profile
• Track insurance costs and claims history to identify opportunities for premium reduction
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures for company premises, construction sites, and assets
• Manage relationships with security service providers and monitor their performance
• Implement access control systems and visitor management protocols
• Oversee CCTV surveillance systems and security equipment
• Investigate theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access incidents
• Coordinate security measures for high-value equipment and materials at project sites
• Develop and deliver safety induction programs for all new employees and contractors
• Conduct regular safety training on topics including hazard identification, PPE use, emergency procedures, and safe work practices
• Organize toolbox talks and safety meetings at construction sites
• Train supervisors and managers in safety leadership and incident investigation
• Maintain training records and ensure certification requirements are met
• Promote safety awareness through campaigns, posters, newsletters, and communications
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 2007 and all applicable safety regulations
• Maintain awareness of changes in safety legislation and update company policies accordingly
• Prepare for and coordinate DOSHS (Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services) inspections
• Submit statutory reports and notifications to regulatory authorities
• Address regulatory non-compliance issues and implement corrective measures
• Maintain required safety records, registers, and documentation
• Develop emergency response plans for fires, medical emergencies, natural disasters, and other crises
• Establish and train emergency response teams at all major facilities and project sites
• Conduct emergency drills and exercises to test preparedness
• Ensure availability of first aid kits, firefighting equipment, and emergency supplies
• Coordinate with local emergency services and authorities
• Establish and track key safety and loss control performance indicators
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on safety performance, incidents, and loss statistics
• Analyze incident data to identify trends and areas requiring improvement
• Present safety reports and recommendations to senior management
• Benchmark company safety performance against industry standards
• Champion a culture of safety throughout the organization
• Promote employee participation in safety programs and hazard reporting
• Recognize and reward safe behaviors and safety achievements
• Engage with safety committees and worker representatives
• Lead by example and demonstrate visible safety leadership

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, practices, and regulations
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and loss control techniques
• Excellent incident investigation and root cause analysis skills
• Strong leadership and people management abilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and training delivery skills
• Ability to influence and drive behavioral change across all organizational levels
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Report writing and documentation skills
• Knowledge of safety management systems and ISO 45001 standards
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Risk Management, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certification in Occupational Safety and Health (e.g., NEBOSH International General Certificate, IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent)
• Registration with Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Kenya or similar professional body (highly desirable)
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications
• Master's degree in Risk Management or related field (advantageous)