• Conduct regular inspections of vehicles, equipment, and facilities to identify hazards, enforce safety standards, and verify compliance with maintenance schedules. • Ensure adherence to national and regional safety regulations, acting as the primary point of contact during audits and inspections. • Evaluate operational risks such as driver fatigue, load handling, weather conditions, and vehicle performance, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies. • Develop, implement, and routinely update safety and health policies specific to transport operations, working closely with management to integrate them into daily practices. • Deliver onboarding and ongoing safety training for staff covering defensive driving, emergency procedures, and general safety awareness while keeping content up to date with legal and industry developments. • Investigate incidents, near-misses, and violations by conducting root cause analyses, coordinating with legal and insurance teams, and recommending corrective actions. • Oversee vehicle and equipment safety by monitoring brakes, tires, lighting, and ergonomic factors in loading and unloading processes, ensuring thorough documentation of all checks and maintenance. • Develop and maintain contingency plans for accidents, breakdowns, and natural disasters, while ensuring all vehicles and depots are equipped with first aid kits and emergency supplies. • Monitor safety performance through audits, trend analysis, and reporting, using findings to drive continuous improvement initiatives. • Promote a proactive safety culture by collaborating with HR, fleet managers, and drivers, and integrating safety considerations into every stage of transport planning.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Science or related field. • At least 5 years of hands-on safety management experience within the logistics, transport, or manufacturing industries. • Possession of professional safety certifications such as NEBOSH, CSP, or OHST is highly preferred. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to make data-driven decisions. • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with various stakeholders. • A track record of successfully leading safety initiatives, including audits, training programs, incident investigations, and safety improvement projects. • Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively across Uganda for site visits, audits, and inspections.