Safety Officer

at Continental Container Terminals Ltd (CCTL)
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted April 5, 2026
Category Management
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

JOB DETAILS:

K E Y R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S

1 HSE System, Risk Assessment, and Inspections

  • Develop, document, implement, and maintain a comprehensive OHSE management system aligned with the Uganda OSHA Act and the hazard profile of a container depot.
  • Conduct comprehensive and systematic risk assessments across all ICD work areas at least twice per year and whenever a new activity or equipment is introduced.
  • Conduct rigorous daily safety inspections of all ICD operational areas, issuing formal corrective action notices for all identified deficiencies.

2 Incident Investigation, Training, and Emergency Response

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  • Investigate every workplace accident, near-miss, and environmental incident thoroughly, producing detailed investigation reports with specific preventive recommendations.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training and induction for all new employees, contractors, and casual labourers before they commence operational duties.
  • Plan and conduct emergency response drills at least quarterly, including fire evacuation, medical emergency, and hazardous material spill drills.
  • Any other duties assigned .

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S A N D R E Q U I R E M E N T S

REQUIREMENT DETAIL

  • Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or Engineering
  • Professional Certification Valid NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH International General Certificate is mandatory
  • Experience Minimum 3 years' HSE experience in an ICD, port, container terminal, or heavy industrial environment
  • Regulatory Knowledge Thorough knowledge of Uganda OSHA Act, NEMA environmental regulations, and ISO 45001/14001

Applying Instructions

All suitable qualified and interested candidates should send their applications ( addressed to the Human Resource Manager) attached with CVs, certified copies of academic documents ( Originals are to be presented in interviews)and copies of stamped salary pay slips for December, January and February 2025-2026 by close of business 10th April 2026.

Email to recruitment@cctug.com

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