Alfric Ombiri

Seasoned SHEQ Professional with over 7 years of experience in quality, environment, health, and safety. Proven ability to develop and implement safety programs that protect employees and comply with government regulations. Adept at spotting potential risks and violations. Skilled in loss prevention, incident investigation, and emergency response. Specialized in recommending cost-effective changes to protect workers and prevent potential work-related issues.

Work History

Mar 2022 - CurrentEnvironment, Health and Safety (EHS) Officer

BURN Manufacturing USA LLC, Ruiru, Kenya

• Developing, implementing, and reviewing of BURN Manufacturing EHS policies and procedures.
• Working with EHS Committee to conduct regular risk assessments to identify safety, health & environmental hazards.
• Recording, notifying, and keeping statistical record of all incidents that occur within BURN Manufacturing premises.
• Establishing compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, 2007 in its entirety.
• Increasing EHS awareness and training for all BURN Manufacturing employees, visitors, suppliers, and contractors.
• Ensuring that machine operators who operate various pieces of equipment are properly trained to handle tasks at hand.
• Ensuring integrity of all firefighting equipment and coordinate firefighting equipment service.
• Developing and maintaining Safe Work Procedures for different sections of the plant.
• Monitoring compliance with safety procedures in various plant sections.

Bolloré Transport & Logistics Kenya, East African Breweries Limited (EABL) Site, Nairobi, Kenya

• Supported implementation of QHSE Management Systems in compliance with company, national, international, and client standards.
• Conducted regular audits to minimize non-conforming activities and identified opportunities for improvement.
• Conducted periodic toolbox meetings with teams on safety matters.
• Established emergency response procedures and evacuation plans and ensured all personnel were aware of plans, procedures, and assembly points.
• Ensured appropriate personal protective equipment were available, in good condition, and sufficient for all employees.
• Inducted all new employees and contractors on site on all health, safety and environmental policy and regulations to ensure their safety.

Kipya (Africa) Limited, Nairobi, Kenya

• Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
• Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
• Reviewed and approved all operational invoices.
• Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to refine procedures, devise best practices and enforce quality metrics.
• Handled technical training content development and delivery.

Kipya (Africa) Limited, Nairobi, Kenya

• Ensured all safety requirements were adhered to, including the issue and use of Personal Protective Equipment, with the objective of achieving the target of zero accidents.
• Acted as the primary contact with external parties for all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) related matters.
• Participated in management meetings and was responsible for all Safety, Health, Environment and Quality reporting as required.
• Managed the planning and execution of professional training and research.
• Ensured that objectives and targets were in line with company goals.

May 2021 - CurrentMaster of Science: Occupational Health and Safety

Kenyatta University - Nairobi, Kenya

Aug 2010 - Dec 2014Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Community Development)

Kenyatta University - Nairobi, Kenya