SHW Lead – Business Partner
2025-08-21T06:43:11+00:00
Safaricom Kenya
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FULL_TIME
kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Telecommunications
Science & Engineering
2025-09-02T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
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Job Description
- Reporting to the CoE Lead – Safety, Health and Wellbeing the role holder will lead strategic and operational SHW leadership across multiple business clusters and units. The role focuses on embedding a culture of SHW excellence through behaviour-based safety, capability development and digital enablement. It also serves as a subject matter expert in key operational areas including Partner Forums, Warehousing and Logistics, Occupational Road Risk Management (Partner and Safaricom), Concentration Risk Management, and the Behaviour-Based Safety Program.
Responsibilities
- Uphold the company code of conduct, policies, and procedures, ensuring integrity and accountability in all aspects of work.
- Adhere to safety, health, and wellbeing policies, guidelines, and procedures in all actions and decisions.
SHW Policy Implementation, Leadership Engagement & System Integration
- Lead the implementation, monitoring, and annual review of Safaricom’s SHW Annual Plans, Policy and Management System in the Technology Cluster collaborating with leadership across the cluster to align business goals with the SHW strategic plan.
- Drive execution of cluster-specific tactical and operational SHW goals.
- Champion the integration of SHW standards into daily operations, fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing through strategic leadership, behaviour-based safety, capability development and digital enablement change management, and development and enforcement of SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks.
- Coordinate SHW leadership tours and engagement activities.
Risk Management, Oversight & Safety by Design
- Conduct health and safety reviews, inspections, and audits to identify hazards.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive hazard identification and risk assessment program.
- Implement effective controls and maintain a robust risk and controls register.
- Ensure accountability and auditability of risk management processes across the Technology ecosystem.
Regulatory Compliance & Advisory
- Provide expert advice on legal, regulatory, and internal SHW requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with OSH laws, Safaricom standards and international best practices.
Field Oversight & Operational Assurance
- Maintain a strong field presence to monitor SHW compliance and performance.
- Lead SHW audits and ensure timely closure of findings for continuous improvement.
SHW Reporting & Performance Monitoring
- Lead SHW reporting and dashboard stewardship for Technology operations.
- Analyse SHW KPI data, conduct trend analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
- Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.
- Promote exercising of stop work authority and a near-miss reporting culture. Derive data driven insights to promote safe work operations.
- Support annual SHW assurance processes (statutory and ISO audits, surveys, inspections).
- Ensure consistent oversight through platforms like the Uzima app.
- Analyse SHW KPI data and recommend corrective actions.
- Oversee incident investigations and ensure closure of recommendations.
- Lead cascade of Lessons from Incidents (LFIs).
- Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement across the area responsible clusters and business units and partner ecosystem.
Work Control & High-Risk Task Oversight
- Develop and enforce SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks.
- Ensure safe execution of work through structured work control procedures.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent SHW in Technology -led cross-functional forums and strategic initiatives.
- Manage Technology partner forums and influence partner safety performance.
Building SHW Capability
- Design and implement a comprehensive SHW training matrix tailored to statutory, task-specific, and general safety needs.
- Lead awareness campaigns and develop training materials.
- Promote SHW awareness among Technology Cluster employees, partners, and visitors.
Contractor & Supplier Safety Management
- Integrate SHW standards into the supplier lifecycle.
- Coordinate contractor safety processes, supplier forums, and in-field inspections.
- Influence compliance through tender processes and project oversight.
Incident Management & Investigation
- Lead investigations of all Technology Cluster SHW incidents.
- Identify root causes, track corrective and preventative actions, and embed Lessons from Incidents (LFIs).
Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Coordinate emergency response planning and execution across Technology sites.
- Manage first aid and fire marshal teams and ensure readiness of emergency supplies and systems.
- Ensure legal compliance and safe execution of live events.
Digital Tools for SHW
- Champion implementation and full utilization of SHW digital tools.
- Enhance efficiency, compliance, and real-time visibility of SHW performance.
Sustainability
- Lead SHW-related sustainability initiatives and reporting within the Technology Cluster.
Core competencies and experience
Safaricom is looking for a strategic, self-driven leader to champion Safety, Health & Wellbeing (SHW) across its Technology Cluster, going beyond compliance to drive cultural transformation and innovation. The ideal candidate thrives in agile environments, takes extreme ownership, delivers measurable results, and leads with initiative across ecosystems. With a deep passion for embedding SHW into technology domains, this role influences strategic decisions and operational excellence ensuring no one gets hurt while shaping the future of SHW at Safaricom.
Responsibilities Uphold the company code of conduct, policies, and procedures, ensuring integrity and accountability in all aspects of work. Adhere to safety, health, and wellbeing policies, guidelines, and procedures in all actions and decisions. SHW Policy Implementation, Leadership Engagement & System Integration Lead the implementation, monitoring, and annual review of Safaricom’s SHW Annual Plans, Policy and Management System in the Technology Cluster collaborating with leadership across the cluster to align business goals with the SHW strategic plan. Drive execution of cluster-specific tactical and operational SHW goals. Champion the integration of SHW standards into daily operations, fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing through strategic leadership, behaviour-based safety, capability development and digital enablement change management, and development and enforcement of SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks. Coordinate SHW leadership tours and engagement activities. Risk Management, Oversight & Safety by Design Conduct health and safety reviews, inspections, and audits to identify hazards. Develop and maintain a comprehensive hazard identification and risk assessment program. Implement effective controls and maintain a robust risk and controls register. Ensure accountability and auditability of risk management processes across the Technology ecosystem. Regulatory Compliance & Advisory Provide expert advice on legal, regulatory, and internal SHW requirements. Ensure full compliance with OSH laws, Safaricom standards and international best practices. Field Oversight & Operational Assurance Maintain a strong field presence to monitor SHW compliance and performance. Lead SHW audits and ensure timely closure of findings for continuous improvement. SHW Reporting & Performance Monitoring Lead SHW reporting and dashboard stewardship for Technology operations. Analyse SHW KPI data, conduct trend analysis, and recommend corrective actions. Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement. Promote exercising of stop work authority and a near-miss reporting culture. Derive data driven insights to promote safe work operations. Support annual SHW assurance processes (statutory and ISO audits, surveys, inspections). Ensure consistent oversight through platforms like the Uzima app. Analyse SHW KPI data and recommend corrective actions. Oversee incident investigations and ensure closure of recommendations. Lead cascade of Lessons from Incidents (LFIs). Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement across the area responsible clusters and business units and partner ecosystem. Work Control & High-Risk Task Oversight Develop and enforce SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks. Ensure safe execution of work through structured work control procedures. Stakeholder Engagement Represent SHW in Technology -led cross-functional forums and strategic initiatives. Manage Technology partner forums and influence partner safety performance. Building SHW Capability Design and implement a comprehensive SHW training matrix tailored to statutory, task-specific, and general safety needs. Lead awareness campaigns and develop training materials. Promote SHW awareness among Technology Cluster employees, partners, and visitors. Contractor & Supplier Safety Management Integrate SHW standards into the supplier lifecycle. Coordinate contractor safety processes, supplier forums, and in-field inspections. Influence compliance through tender processes and project oversight. Incident Management & Investigation Lead investigations of all Technology Cluster SHW incidents. Identify root causes, track corrective and preventative actions, and embed Lessons from Incidents (LFIs). Emergency Preparedness & Response Coordinate emergency response planning and execution across Technology sites. Manage first aid and fire marshal teams and ensure readiness of emergency supplies and systems. Ensure legal compliance and safe execution of live events. Digital Tools for SHW Champion implementation and full utilization of SHW digital tools. Enhance efficiency, compliance, and real-time visibility of SHW performance. Sustainability Lead SHW-related sustainability initiatives and reporting within the Technology Cluster.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Telecom, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil). NEBOSH International Diploma or equivalent in OSH. 3–5 years of SHW leadership experience in telecom, oil & gas, or manufacturing. Strong knowledge of OSH Act, WIBA, and SHW management systems. Experience in GSM network and IT infrastructure environments. Project management, incident investigation, and risk mitigation skills. Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
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Vacancy title:
SHW Lead – Business Partner
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Telecommunications, Category: Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
Safaricom Kenya
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 2 2025
Duty Station:
kenya | Nairobi | Kenya
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Date Posted: Thursday, August 21 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Job Description
- Reporting to the CoE Lead – Safety, Health and Wellbeing the role holder will lead strategic and operational SHW leadership across multiple business clusters and units. The role focuses on embedding a culture of SHW excellence through behaviour-based safety, capability development and digital enablement. It also serves as a subject matter expert in key operational areas including Partner Forums, Warehousing and Logistics, Occupational Road Risk Management (Partner and Safaricom), Concentration Risk Management, and the Behaviour-Based Safety Program.
Responsibilities
- Uphold the company code of conduct, policies, and procedures, ensuring integrity and accountability in all aspects of work.
- Adhere to safety, health, and wellbeing policies, guidelines, and procedures in all actions and decisions.
SHW Policy Implementation, Leadership Engagement & System Integration
- Lead the implementation, monitoring, and annual review of Safaricom’s SHW Annual Plans, Policy and Management System in the Technology Cluster collaborating with leadership across the cluster to align business goals with the SHW strategic plan.
- Drive execution of cluster-specific tactical and operational SHW goals.
- Champion the integration of SHW standards into daily operations, fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing through strategic leadership, behaviour-based safety, capability development and digital enablement change management, and development and enforcement of SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks.
- Coordinate SHW leadership tours and engagement activities.
Risk Management, Oversight & Safety by Design
- Conduct health and safety reviews, inspections, and audits to identify hazards.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive hazard identification and risk assessment program.
- Implement effective controls and maintain a robust risk and controls register.
- Ensure accountability and auditability of risk management processes across the Technology ecosystem.
Regulatory Compliance & Advisory
- Provide expert advice on legal, regulatory, and internal SHW requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with OSH laws, Safaricom standards and international best practices.
Field Oversight & Operational Assurance
- Maintain a strong field presence to monitor SHW compliance and performance.
- Lead SHW audits and ensure timely closure of findings for continuous improvement.
SHW Reporting & Performance Monitoring
- Lead SHW reporting and dashboard stewardship for Technology operations.
- Analyse SHW KPI data, conduct trend analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
- Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.
- Promote exercising of stop work authority and a near-miss reporting culture. Derive data driven insights to promote safe work operations.
- Support annual SHW assurance processes (statutory and ISO audits, surveys, inspections).
- Ensure consistent oversight through platforms like the Uzima app.
- Analyse SHW KPI data and recommend corrective actions.
- Oversee incident investigations and ensure closure of recommendations.
- Lead cascade of Lessons from Incidents (LFIs).
- Lead monthly SHW performance reviews and drive continuous improvement across the area responsible clusters and business units and partner ecosystem.
Work Control & High-Risk Task Oversight
- Develop and enforce SOPs and PPE policies for high-risk tasks.
- Ensure safe execution of work through structured work control procedures.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent SHW in Technology -led cross-functional forums and strategic initiatives.
- Manage Technology partner forums and influence partner safety performance.
Building SHW Capability
- Design and implement a comprehensive SHW training matrix tailored to statutory, task-specific, and general safety needs.
- Lead awareness campaigns and develop training materials.
- Promote SHW awareness among Technology Cluster employees, partners, and visitors.
Contractor & Supplier Safety Management
- Integrate SHW standards into the supplier lifecycle.
- Coordinate contractor safety processes, supplier forums, and in-field inspections.
- Influence compliance through tender processes and project oversight.
Incident Management & Investigation
- Lead investigations of all Technology Cluster SHW incidents.
- Identify root causes, track corrective and preventative actions, and embed Lessons from Incidents (LFIs).
Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Coordinate emergency response planning and execution across Technology sites.
- Manage first aid and fire marshal teams and ensure readiness of emergency supplies and systems.
- Ensure legal compliance and safe execution of live events.
Digital Tools for SHW
- Champion implementation and full utilization of SHW digital tools.
- Enhance efficiency, compliance, and real-time visibility of SHW performance.
Sustainability
- Lead SHW-related sustainability initiatives and reporting within the Technology Cluster.
Core competencies and experience
Safaricom is looking for a strategic, self-driven leader to champion Safety, Health & Wellbeing (SHW) across its Technology Cluster, going beyond compliance to drive cultural transformation and innovation. The ideal candidate thrives in agile environments, takes extreme ownership, delivers measurable results, and leads with initiative across ecosystems. With a deep passion for embedding SHW into technology domains, this role influences strategic decisions and operational excellence ensuring no one gets hurt while shaping the future of SHW at Safaricom.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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