Health and Safety Specialist

Summary

We are looking to hire a Health and Safety Specialist to join us in our mission to educate the world. This is a hands-on role combining the duties of an OSH specialist and technician. The successful candidate shall carry out daily field inspections, maintain safety equipment and emergency readiness, and act as Nagwa’s point of contact with Civil Protection and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance with Egyptian Labour Law No. 14 of 2025 and the requirements of the Nasr City Free Zone.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily and weekly safety rounds of Nagwa’s premises, record all hazards, and follow up on corrective actions until closure
• Personally inspect fire extinguishers, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, exits, and first aid kits, and follow up with maintenance vendors to keep them valid
• Inspect critical technical rooms (server rooms, UPS and battery rooms, generators, and electrical panels) and report any abnormal condition immediately
• Be the point of contact with Civil Protection, the Labour Office, and the Free Zone administration for all OSH and fire safety matters
• Obtain and renew civil protection approvals and licences, accompany inspection visits, and close inspectors’ observations
• Respond to emergency situations and take prompt action to eliminate the immediate danger threatening life or property
• Lead periodic evacuation drills, and train fire wardens and first aiders
• Supervise maintenance, repairs, and installations on site, and issue work permits for high-risk activities
• Ensure contractors working on the premises comply with Nagwa’s safety rules
• Investigate accidents and near misses, conduct root cause analysis, and record findings
• Report work injuries and notifiable incidents to the competent authorities within the legal timeframes
• Maintain statutory OSH records, risk assessments, and emergency plans in line with Labour Law No. 14 of 2025
• Conduct HSE induction and awareness sessions for all employees, and submit monthly OSH reports to management

Qualifications and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
• Accredited OSH certificate recognised in Egypt, meeting the legal requirements for practising as an OSH specialist
• 2 years of hands-on experience as a health and safety specialist/officer
• Proven experience dealing with Civil Protection and regulatory authorities
• Experience with firefighting systems and critical technical rooms
• NEBOSH, OSHA, or an equivalent certification is a plus
• Good command of both written and spoken English

Behavioural Competencies

• Hands-on approach and willingness to perform daily field work
• Communication and follow-up skills with government authorities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem solving and decision making under pressure
• Planning and organizational skills