DENNIS MURIMI CHOMBA
Environmental ,Health & Safety Professional
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic safety management professional with proven expertise in assessing risks, developing robust safety protocols, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
SAFETY MANAGER
Firmbridge LIMITED
Nanyuki
04.2025 - Current
- Incident investigation
- Conducting Risk Assessments
- Policy formulation & Compliance
QUALITY HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT CORDINATOR
Africa Global logistics-KBL
Ruaraka
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Hazard identification & Mitigation
- Training & Awareness
- Incident Investigation
QUALITY HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT LEAD
Ecolab E.A
Nairobi
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures
- Increased efficiency of safety inspections by developing standardized checklists and protocols
- Conducted investigations into incidents or near-misses.
- Optimized the effectiveness of emergency response plans through regular drills.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ADVISOR
Kenya Shipyards Limited
Nairobi
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular audits and identifying areas for improvement
- Evaluated effectiveness of safety equipment such as personal protective gear, recommending upgrades when necessary to ensure worker protection remains at optimal levels.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SENIOR SUPERVISOR
Toyo construction and engineering company limited
Nairobi
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed risk assessments for new projects or processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate HSE considerations into project planning stages.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies, facilitating smooth inspections and successful permit renewals
- Delivered timely reports on key performance indicators to senior leadership.
- Maintained industry certifications such as ISO 9001,45001 & 14001 by consistently meeting audit requirements.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SUPERVISOR
Zakhem international Company
Mombasa - Nairobi
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Conducted thorough & review of risk assessments for new projects
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for employees
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ASSISTANT OFFICER
Hyundai Engineering
Olkaria
01.2013 - 11.2014
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of safety incidents, ensuring timely reporting to regulatory agencies as required.
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER
MESCO ENGINEERING
Embu
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Streamlined record-keeping processes for incident reporting, improving data accuracy and retrieval times.
- Strengthened employee involvement in workplace health and safety initiatives by creating opportunities for workers to contribute ideas and feedback regarding program enhancements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Sociology
Egerton University
08.2007 - 06.2012
High School Diploma - O levels
Mang'u High School
02.2002 - 11.2005
Skills
Risk assessment
Communication
Presentation
Incident investigation
Hazard Identification
Teamwork
Training
Certification
FIRST AID, Safe pro ltd, 01/09/23, 01/09/24
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 15 HSE staff members during my tenure at Toyo construction company and achieved delivery of the project within the stipulated time and with 3,000,000+ LTI Free manhours
- Achieved reduced distribution safety event incidences by 40% at Ecolab E.A through keen implementation and monitoring of the VRM vehicle monitoring system.
Awards
- Ecolab IMEA, 01/12/23, Was issued with 300 USD for best operational excellence category for my efforts in achieving goal zero ie zero personal safety event, zero process safety event and zero warehouse distribution safety event in the East Africa region for the year ended 2023.
- BEST HSE PRACTITIONER, Toyo construction company, 01/11/21
Timeline
SAFETY MANAGER
Firmbridge LIMITED
04.2025 - Current
QUALITY HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT CORDINATOR
Africa Global logistics-KBL
02.2025 - 03.2025
QUALITY HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT LEAD
Ecolab E.A
11.2022 - 11.2024
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ADVISOR
Kenya Shipyards Limited
12.2021 - 09.2022
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SENIOR SUPERVISOR
Toyo construction and engineering company limited
05.2018 - 12.2021
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SUPERVISOR
Zakhem international Company
01.2015 - 12.2017
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT ASSISTANT OFFICER
Hyundai Engineering
01.2013 - 11.2014
HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER
MESCO ENGINEERING
05.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Sociology
Egerton University
08.2007 - 06.2012
High School Diploma - O levels
Mang'u High School
02.2002 - 11.2005