Técnico em Segurança do Trabalho
Description
Job Description
Ensure the implementation, execution, and monitoring of preventive actions related to occupational accidents, diseases, and workplace hazards, in accordance with NR-4 and the company’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System, supporting SESMT to achieve effective technical performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in determining the SESMT structure according to the company’s Risk Grade (Grau de Risco) and workforce size, as established by NR-4.
- Collaborate in identifying hazards, assessing risks, and developing the company’s risk inventory.
- Support the preparation and/or updating of the Risk Management Program (PGR) and its action plan, aligned with NR-1 and other applicable standards.
- Conduct safety inspections, audits, and workplace walkthroughs to identify unsafe conditions, proposing corrective and preventive measures.
- Promote and coordinate campaigns, workshops, and training programs on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) for workers, supervisors, and managers.
- Investigate occupational accidents, incidents, and diseases; record and analyze root causes, propose corrective actions, and follow up on implementation.
- Verify the proper use and effectiveness of personal protective equipment (PPE) and collective protection systems, ensuring proper documentation and control.
- Support occupational health surveillance in coordination with healthcare staff, ensuring that medical exams are performed and results monitored.
- Maintain all mandatory NR-4 documentation and records (risk assessments, action reports, statistics, accident logs, etc.) in compliance with legal requirements.
- Assist the Safety Committee or equivalent body in preparing monthly or annual reports on OHS indicators (accident frequency, severity rates, lost days, etc.).
- Advise operational areas on the application of safety standards, internal procedures, and review of operational changes involving potential new risks.
- Participate in emergency drills, evacuation exercises, and first-aid training activities.
Specific Functions
- Regularly visit production areas to identify hazards, verify working conditions, and record findings using inspection checklists.
- Prepare technical inspection reports with corrective action proposals, responsible parties, and deadlines for closure.
- Verify PPE and safety equipment inventories, ensuring availability, good condition, and proper usage.
- Support HR in managing OHS training records—attendance, course topics, and evaluation results.
- Keep risk maps, safety signage, evacuation routes, and maintenance records up to date.
- Coordinate with contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the company’s OHS requirements.
- Maintain direct communication with the HSE Manager / SESMT Coordinator for escalation of critical risks and review of OHS policies and improvements.
Job Requirements
- Technical degree in Occupational Safety (Técnico em Segurança do Trabalho) or legally recognized equivalent in Brazil, registered as per NR-4, Annex II.
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in occupational safety functions, preferably in industrial or high-risk environments.
- Strong knowledge of Brazilian OHS legislation, especially NR-4, NR-1, NR-5, NR-6, and related regulations.
- Proficiency in safety inspection and reporting tools; strong analytical skills for risk assessment; effective communication and training abilities.
- Team-oriented, proactive, improvement-driven, and committed to building a strong safety culture.
- Advanced/Fluent English