Quality Assurance, Occupational Health & Safety Officer

About RwandAir Catering Ltd

RwandAir Catering Ltd is a fast-growing in-flight catering company in Rwanda that has been providing catering services to scheduled airlines, private jets, and charters since August 2014. The company aims to become one of the biggest aviation catering companies in Africa in the coming years.

Position Overview

Job Title: Quality Assurance and Occupational Health & Safety Officer

Reports to: Quality Assurance Manager

Department: Quality Assurance

Job Purpose

The Quality Assurance and Occupational Health & Safety Officer will be responsible for ensuring that food quality and safety, as well as occupational health and safety objectives, are attained throughout the company's operations. This role involves maintaining a safe and healthy working environment by ensuring employees use provided personal protective equipment (PPE), identifying workplace hazards, conducting risk assessments, and implementing mitigation measures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure that quality, health, and safety standards of the production process are maintained
• Report major health, safety, and quality issues to the QA Manager based on findings from the internal audit system
• Develop policies and programs related to health and safety in the workplace
• Monitor staff compliance with quality, health, and safety standards and promote safe practices throughout the company
• Maintain accurate records of workplace accidents and injuries
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventive measures to minimize identified risks
• Regularly inspect cleaning equipment and materials to identify wear and request replacement as needed
• Conduct regular staff meetings to share best practices and techniques
• Control and monitor the application, dosage, and usage of cleaning chemicals to prevent misuse

Location

Kigali, Rwanda