Individual Local Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Specialist for PIU Support

Published by Ministry of Water Resources, Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB). Procuring Entity: Project Director, Jamuna River Sustainable Management Project-1: Riverbank Protection and Riverbank Training (Component-1).. Scope of Services: Key functions of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Specialist will include but not limited to: 1. OHS Risk Assessment and Compliance Identify and assess OHS risks associated with project activities and recommend appropriate mitigation measures. Monitor compliance with national OHS requirements, the World Bank ESF, and applicable EHS Guidelines. Provide technical inputs for the preparation, review, and updating of relevant ESIA, ESMP, LMP, and other safeguard documents. 2. Procurement and Contractual Requirements Review ToRs, bidding documents, and contracts to ensure adequate OHS requirements, responsibilities, resources, and reporting provisions. Review contractors' OHS plans, method statements, and safety procedures before commencement of works. 3. Site Monitoring and Safety Supervision Conduct regular site inspections to monitor OHS performance and compliance of contractors and supervision consultants. Identify unsafe conditions and practices and recommend corrective measures. Monitor the provision and proper use of PPE, first-aid facilities, fire safety arrangements, safe equipment operation, housekeeping, and other necessary safety measures. Monitor workers' OHS induction, training, and awareness programs. 4. Occupational Health and Emergency Management Support appropriate occupational health and medical surveillance arrangements for project workers. Develop and/or review emergency preparedness, response, evacuation, and disaster management procedures. Monitor the reporting, investigation, and follow-up of accidents, incidents, occupational illnesses, and near misses, including implementation of corrective and preventive actions. 5. Monitoring, Reporting, and Coordination Maintain OHS records, inspection findings, incident data, training records, and compliance documentation. Analyze OHS performance and identify recurring risks and areas requiring improvement. Prepare periodic OHS monitoring and compliance reports and provide inputs to overall environmental and social safeguard reports. Coordinate with the PIU, field offices/SMOs, supervision consultants, contractors, and other relevant stakeholders on OHS matters. 6. Other Responsibilities Provide technical advice to the Project Director/PIU on OHS-related matters and undertake other relevant OHS tasks, inspections, and assignments as directed by the Project Director. Procurement Method: Selection of Individual Consultants (SIC). Budget and Source of Funds: Development Budget Grant/Credit. Experience and Resources Required: Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety / Biological Science / Healthcare / Civil Engineering / Water Resources Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science / Chemical Engineering. Higher degree is preferable. Work Experience: • 10 years of working experience of which 5 years should substantially be related to Occupational Health & Safety and Healthcare related services. • Work experience with Government/Development Partner funded projects and other relevant institutions will be an added advantage. • Being able to work with multiple tasks of different background and be a good team member, strong interpersonal and should have good communication skills, commitment to team work and to work across disciplines.. Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh. Contact: Dr. Mohammad Mahtab Hossain, Project Director Jamuna River Sustainable Management Project-1: Riverbank Protection and Riverbank Training (Component-1).. Address: Pani Bhaban, Level - 4, Block H, Room No.417, BWDB, 72 Green Road, Dhaka-1205..