Expression of Interest for the Engagement of Occupational Health and Safety Officer

The Lands Authority through this Expression of Interest (EOI) invites eligible candidates interested in being engaged in a contract for service of a Occupational Health and Safety Officer on a when -required basis. The successful candidate shall be responsible for enforcing safety regulations, identifying hazards, and mitigating risks to ensure a safe, compliant workplace. They shall conduct inspections, investigate incidents, and develop strategies to protect employee wellbeing. Their goal is to maintain a safe environment and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Remuneration shall be at the rate of €15.00 per hour, excluding VAT payable against a monthly invoice and a detailed, verified log of the tasks carried out.

1. Key Responsibilities:

Operational – the appointee will be required to:

1. Carry out workplace visits whenever the need arises, or as directed
2. Draw up reports in connection with workplace visits, accidents, ill-health investigations.
3. Implement legislation in relation to OHS jurisdiction.
4. Monitor compliance with relevance to OHS legislation and take enforcement action where appropriate, or as directed
5. Issue enforcement notices when required and follow up as appropriate.
6. Liaise with management in the initiation of proceedings leading to the issue of Administrative Fines, or the action required in the preparation of a court case.
   1. Give evidence in court cases and in appeals against orders issued in terms of the law.
   2. Take legal action when and where appropriate.
7. Make recommendations to superiors on measures that need to be taken to improve OHSA core operations.
8. Report any issues and seek advice and direction from the next senior officer or any other officer as delegated by the Authority

General – the appointee will be required to:

1. Follow policy and management directives.
2. Ensure best attitude, behavior, language and appearance thus portraying the best image and reputation of the Authority
3. Report to property manager any anomalies with regard to the above.
4. Execute any other duties as may be assigned by the Authority.

An OHS Officer shall be appointed as OHS Officer in terms of Act XXVII of 2000 – (Cap. 424) and shall have such legal powers and duties as are mentioned in the said Act. The successful applicant shall be assigned to areas according to the exigencies of the service.

2. Eligibility

Qualifications, skills and experience required:

1. Applicants must, by the closing date of submission of the application, be in possession of a recognized Diploma in Social Studies (Occupational Health & Safety) MQF Level 5 or higher, or a recognized, equivalent qualification.

Tasks and duties of the successful candidate are not limited to the above list and may be extended to assisting other departments. and may be assigned duties within units/directorates other than other/different duties from time to time, as the need may be.

3. Disclosure of Information

All documentation shall be deemed the property of the Lands Authority, and no one is authorized to share, disclose, or use any related information regarding the assigned tasks either for personal or non-personal purposes.

4. Applications

Candidates should submit their expression of interest through a cover letter, a copy of a EuroPass Curriculum Vitae, including a summary of qualifications and experiences,
and a scanned copy of any relevant certificates via [email protected] by not later than 12.00pm (noon) (Central European Time) of Friday 6th March 2026

• The engagement of the Occupational Health and Safety Officer is at the discretion of the Selection Committee.
• The decision of the Selection Committee is final.
• Eligible candidate/s may be invited for an interview.
• The selected candidate/s shall be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
• Any queries should be sent by email to [email protected]

The Procurement Department

Lands Authority