JOB ADVERTISEMENT
GAMICO Ltd is a mining company operating the Bashyamba tin mine, one of the largest tin producers in Rwanda, situated in Kigali Sector, Nyarugenge District. GAMICO has been in existence for approximately 10 years and has a vision to industrialize and professionalize its mines. The company plans to recruit professionals who will join its team.
The Management of GAMICO Ltd informs the public that it is recruiting competent, qualified, and experienced staff for the following position:
SAFETY (OSH) OFFICER
Position/Job Title: Safety (OSH) Officer
Job Grade: H
Department: SHEC
Reports to: SHEC Manager
Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda.
1. Job Brief
A safety officer develops and implements the company’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policies, conducts inspections to identify hazards, and trains employees on safe work practices and emergency procedures. This includes investigating accidents, performing risk assessments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety within the organization.
2. Responsibilities
The Safety (OSH) Officer has the following key responsibilities:
- Hazard identification and risk assessment: Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
- Policy and procedure development: Create, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Training: Develop and deliver training programs on topics such as safety systems, emergency procedures, proper equipment use, SLAM, LOTO, and safe work practices.
- Accident investigation: Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses, high potential to determine root causes and implement preventative measures.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety laws, regulations, and standards.
- Audits and reporting: Conduct safety audits to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and prepare reports on safety performance, inspections, and incidents.
- Emergency response: Develop and coordinate emergency response plans and conduct drills.
- Safety culture promotion: Foster a proactive safety culture by encouraging safe practices, promoting safety initiatives, and communicating best practices.
- Record keeping: Maintain accurate and organized records of safety training, incidents, and inspections.
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the management.
3. Job Requirements:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH), Mining Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized academic institution.
- Professional Certification or Diploma in OSH is an advantage.
Experience
- Minimum two (2) years’ working experience in OSH related matters.
- Experience in mining or related industry is mandatory.
Skills
- Knowledge of OSH relevant systems, regulations and standards.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for training and collaboration.
- Strong attention to details, problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Professionalism, team work spirit and positive attitude.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Physical fitness and willing to work overtime.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Speaking Kinyarwanda is an advantage.
4. Applying for the Positions:
Please submit the following documents in a single file attachment to the e-mail address: gamico1ltd@gmail.com . Indicating the position, you are applying for and addressed to the Managing Director of GAMICO Ltd.
- Application letter setting out briefly the candidate’s motivation and suitability for the position, not more than 1 page.
- A Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages).
- The name, position and contact number for three references, one of them being from your recent employer, preferably your direct Supervisor.
- A copy of relevant work certificates.
- A copy of education and training certificates/diplomas/degrees.
- A copy of ID/Passport.
- Any pertinent recommendation letter that the candidate may wish to add.
Applications Submission Deadline
- The deadline for the Application is 7th November 2025.
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
Done at Kigali, on 30th October 2025.
Josiane Zaninka Nzabakenga
Managing Director
GAMICO Ltd