HSE Coordinator Job Ignite Energy Access

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Department: Human Resources

Reporting Line: Head of Human Resources

Job Grade: HAY 11

About Ignite Energy Access

Ignite Energy Access is an Abu Dhabi-based leader in distributed renewable energy solutions, dedicated to providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable electricity to underserved communities across Africa. Now operating across 12 countries and serving over 15million people. Through innovative technology, scalable business models, and impact-driven financing, Ignite Power is transforming lives, fostering economic growth, and driving the continent’s clean energy transition

Job Purpose/Mission

The HSE Coordinator will lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards across all Ignite Energy Access Kenya operations. This role is critical in promoting a Safety-First and No Life at Risk culture throughout the organization. The incumbent will ensure full compliance with HSE and DOSH regulations, enforce safe work practices, and empower employees and contractors to prioritize safety above all else — with the authority to stop any work that poses risk to life or health.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict compliance with Ignite Energy Access Kenya’s HSE policies, standards, and practices across all branches, offices, and field operations.
• Champion and enforce the “No Life at Risk” culture, ensuring every employee and contractor understands and upholds the principle that no task is worth a life.
• Exercise stop-work authority whenever an activity or condition poses a risk to life, health, or the environment, and ensure immediate corrective action.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to proactively identify hazards, unsafe acts, or unsafe conditions, and follow up on closure of corrective actions.
• Ensure full compliance with DOSH requirements, including safety audits, certifications, and workplace registration renewals.
• Lead thorough investigations of all incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts, ensuring root cause analysis and prevention of recurrence.
• Conduct and update risk assessments, implementing control measures that eliminate or minimize workplace hazards.
• Develop, implement, and deliver training on First Aid, Fire Safety, Working at Heights, Electrical Safety, PPE usage, and emergency response procedures.
• Champion the proper provision, use, and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) across all teams.
• Collaborate with the Procurement and Logistics teams to ensure timely procurement, maintenance, and replacement of all safety and emergency equipment.
• Ensure all Ignite shops, warehouses, and facilities are properly licensed and compliant with statutory health and safety requirements.
• Train, mentor, and monitor HSE Champions across regions to drive compliance, awareness, and proactive reporting.
• Lead HSE induction for all new employees and contractors to embed a deep understanding of safety expectations from day one.
• Develop and maintain Kenya-specific HSE policies and procedures aligned with Ignite Energy Access Africa standards and local regulations.
• Prepare and consolidate monthly HSE performance reports for submission to the Country Director and Senior Leadership Team.
• Oversee safe storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging health and safety legislation and best practices, ensuring continuous organizational compliance and improvement.
• Act as a visible safety ambassador, modelling safe behaviours and influencing others to prioritize safety in all operations.

Knowledge and skills

Experience:

• 3–5 years of progressive experience in HSE coordination or management, ideally within a fast-paced, multi-site, or field-based environment.
• Proven experience working with distributed teams across multiple regions.
• Strong background in HSE audits, risk assessments, investigations, and training delivery.
• In-depth knowledge of Kenyan occupational safety and environmental regulations and DOSH standards.
• Demonstrated ability to enforce compliance, lead by example, and make critical safety decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence teams at all levels.
• Highly proactive, detail-oriented, and decisive with a strong sense of accountability.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a deep passion for safeguarding people and promoting a sustainable work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., DOSH, NEBOSH, OSHA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Additional training in Emergency Response or Fire Safety is an added advantage.

Technology:

Experience using SAP or other HR/administrative systems.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Key Attributes

• Upholds a “No Life at Risk” mindset — always prioritizing safety over productivity.
• Proactive, thorough, and decisive in preventing and responding to safety concerns.
• Strong compliance orientation and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent trainer, communicator, and role model for safety practices.
• Courageous and empowered to stop unsafe work and drive accountability at all levels.
• Collaborative and adaptable in working with diverse, cross-regional teams.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from qualified candidates. Please share your CV to

hr-kenya.eea@engie.com  
by 15th November 2025. In your email, kindly indicate your motivation to apply for the role, your expected salary and notice period.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants in joining our organization. However, due to the volume of applications received, only candidates shortlisted for further assessment will be contacted.