Safety Inspector

About the role

Amentum is recruiting a Safety Inspector in Mombasa, Kenya. The post oversees, implements and maintains a comprehensive Safety Program so that operations comply with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers safety standards. It helps create a safe work environment, prevent accidents and incidents and support operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Safety Program that complies with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual.
• Carry out regular safety inspections and monitoring to check compliance with safety standards, operational protocols and site-specific requirements.
• Prepare and maintain detailed Safety Inspection and Monitoring Reports documenting observations, findings and corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, write incident reports and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Review, modify, add or delete safety records for assets to keep them accurate and compliant.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards and put in place risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor work sites to make sure safety measures and equipment are used and working correctly.
• Train and support site personnel on safety awareness and procedures.
• Keep all safety documentation accurate and timely, and coordinate with leadership, supervisors and contractors on safety goals.

Required profile

• Proven experience in safety inspection, program implementation or a related role, preferably in a government or military environment.
• Familiarity with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and other safety standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; preferred: bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science or a related technical discipline.
• Valid passport valid for at least one year at hiring, able to travel internationally, obtain country-specific visas and pass contract medical requirements.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English well enough to carry out the contract and follow emergency procedures.

Required skills

• Hazard identification, risk assessment and corrective action development.
• Organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail in safety documentation.
• Basic computer applications and safety record-keeping software.
• Preferred: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety or CSP certification, and experience in austere OCONUS environments.