Environment, Social Health and Safety (ESHS) Officer
2026-07-03T16:38:10+00:00
Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
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https://kwalewater.co.ke/
FULL_TIME
Utilities
Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Civil & Government
2026-07-17T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Kwale Water is seeking an Environment, Social Health and Safety (ESHS) Officer.
Responsibilities or duties
Assist in Regulatory Compliance:
- Keep abreast of local, state, and national environmental, social, health, and safety regulations.
- Support the ESHS Officer in ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to ESHS activities.
- Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Environment Health & Safety Training and Awareness:
- Assist in organizing and conducting training sessions for employees on safety and environmental practices.
- Conduct Safety Awareness Talks to employees ranging from use of PPEs to operation of the water treatment plants,
- Promote awareness of ESHS policies and guidelines throughout the organization.
Health and Safety Incident Response:
- Participate in the development and implementation of emergency response and incident management procedures.
- Assist in investigating and documenting incidents, accidents, or near-miss events.
Environmental Management:
- Support in the development and execution of environmental programs, including waste management and pollution control.
- Monitor and report on environmental performance metrics.
Social Responsibility:
- Assist in managing community and stakeholder relations related to ESHS matters.
- Engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives when applicable.
GIS Data Collection
- Work with GIS Expert to collect and collate all digital data for the company,
- Use of the Kobo Collect Tool to update ongoing project to ensure remote supervision by the World Bank
- Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Requirements for Appointment
- Be a Kenyan Citizen
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, occupational health and safety, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of environmental, social, health, and safety regulations and best practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Knowledge of relevant software tools for data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required.
- Commitment to promoting a culture of safety and sustainability within the organization.
Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies
- Integrity and professionalism.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a high level of initiative.
- High ethical standards and accountability.
Experience needed
- Have at least three (3) years' experience in ESHS programs and experience in Doner funded projects.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
- Registration as Associate Member to the National Environment Management Authority and the Environment Institute of Kenya is an added advantage,
* Keep abreast of local, state, and national environmental, social, health, and safety regulations. * Support the ESHS Officer in ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. * Maintain accurate records and documentation related to ESHS activities. * Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. * Assist in organizing and conducting training sessions for employees on safety and environmental practices. * Conduct Safety Awareness Talks to employees ranging from use of PPEs to operation of the water treatment plants, * Promote awareness of ESHS policies and guidelines throughout the organization. * Participate in the development and implementation of emergency response and incident management procedures. * Assist in investigating and documenting incidents, accidents, or near-miss events. * Support in the development and execution of environmental programs, including waste management and pollution control. * Monitor and report on environmental performance metrics. * Assist in managing community and stakeholder relations related to ESHS matters. * Engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives when applicable. * Work with GIS Expert to collect and collate all digital data for the company, * Use of the Kobo Collect Tool to update ongoing project to ensure remote supervision by the World Bank * Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. * Good organizational and multitasking abilities. * Knowledge of relevant software tools for data analysis and reporting. * Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required. * Integrity and professionalism. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. * Analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong planning and organizational skills. * Attention to detail. * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. * Team player with a high level of initiative. * High ethical standards and accountability.
* Be a Kenyan Citizen * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, occupational health and safety, or a related discipline. * Knowledge of environmental, social, health, and safety regulations and best practices. * Registration as Associate Member to the National Environment Management Authority and the Environment Institute of Kenya is an added advantage,
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Vacancy title:
Environment, Social Health and Safety (ESHS) Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Utilities, Category: Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 17 2026
Duty Station:
Kwale | Kwale
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
Kwale Water is seeking an Environment, Social Health and Safety (ESHS) Officer.
Responsibilities or duties
Assist in Regulatory Compliance:
- Keep abreast of local, state, and national environmental, social, health, and safety regulations.
- Support the ESHS Officer in ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to ESHS activities.
- Assist in preparing reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Environment Health & Safety Training and Awareness:
- Assist in organizing and conducting training sessions for employees on safety and environmental practices.
- Conduct Safety Awareness Talks to employees ranging from use of PPEs to operation of the water treatment plants,
- Promote awareness of ESHS policies and guidelines throughout the organization.
Health and Safety Incident Response:
- Participate in the development and implementation of emergency response and incident management procedures.
- Assist in investigating and documenting incidents, accidents, or near-miss events.
Environmental Management:
- Support in the development and execution of environmental programs, including waste management and pollution control.
- Monitor and report on environmental performance metrics.
Social Responsibility:
- Assist in managing community and stakeholder relations related to ESHS matters.
- Engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives when applicable.
GIS Data Collection
- Work with GIS Expert to collect and collate all digital data for the company,
- Use of the Kobo Collect Tool to update ongoing project to ensure remote supervision by the World Bank
- Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Requirements for Appointment
- Be a Kenyan Citizen
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, occupational health and safety, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of environmental, social, health, and safety regulations and best practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Knowledge of relevant software tools for data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required.
- Commitment to promoting a culture of safety and sustainability within the organization.
Personal Qualities, Skills and Competencies
- Integrity and professionalism.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a high level of initiative.
- High ethical standards and accountability.
Experience needed
- Have at least three (3) years' experience in ESHS programs and experience in Doner funded projects.
Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)
- Registration as Associate Member to the National Environment Management Authority and the Environment Institute of Kenya is an added advantage,
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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Candidates who meet the above requirements and are interested in joining a highly motivated team should submit their application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card, and contacts of at least three (3) professional referees.
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The Managing Director
Kwale Water & Sewerage Company Limited
P.O. Box 18–80403
Kwale
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