Lucas Amoth
Safety Engineer
Nairobi,61742
Summary
Adept Safety Engineer with a proven track record at Africa Data Centres, enhancing workplace safety and ensuring environmental compliance. Spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced risks, utilizing expertise in construction safety and safety auditing. Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, improving safety awareness and achieving regulatory compliance through innovative strategies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Safety Engineer
Africa Data Centres
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2021 - Current
- Provided technical expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, and control implementation for complex projects.
- Oversaw third-party contractor operations to maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards while operating on site.
- Identified and remedied potential regulatory, certification and compliance issues.
- Drove internal policies on operations and safety to minimize costs and risks by safeguarding property, equipment and employees.
- Assessed overall company safety, identified areas in need of improvement and spearheaded changes to protect personnel.
- Monitored and recorded environmental performance metrics to measure and report cooperation with environmental goals and requirements.
- Created and deployed risk and injury avoidance techniques and emergency protocols in coordination with company leaders.
- Reviewed contractor proposals from a safety perspective, ensuring that all potential hazards were considered during planning phases.
- Increased employee awareness of safety best practices by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
- Assisted management in defining strategic objectives related to workplace safety performance improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address safety concerns across various departments.
- Advised project teams on the most effective methods for integrating hazard mitigation strategies into project design stages.
Environmental Health and Safety Engineer
Africa Global Logistics (AGL)
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Served as a liaison between the organization and regulatory agencies during audits or inspections, providing necessary documentation and demonstrating compliance efforts.
- Streamlined reporting processes by developing user-friendly tools for tracking safety metrics and incident data.
- Assisted in obtaining necessary permits and certifications for facility operations, contributing to a timely project completion.
- Provided technical expertise during project planning phases to ensure that environmental health considerations were incorporated into designs from the outset effectively reducing potential risks later on in the process.
- Conducted thorough reviews of incident reports analyzing trends to identify recurring issues and recommending appropriate preventative measures.
- Led cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving environmental sustainability through waste reduction, recycling efforts, and resource conservation.
- Optimized energy efficiency within facilities by conducting audits and recommending cost-effective improvements such as lighting upgrades or HVAC system modifications.
Health and Safety Officer
Flamingo Horticulture (K) Limited
Naivasha, Nakuru
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
- Managed hazardous materials handling procedures, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees through educational initiatives and presentations.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies through meticulous record-keeping and reporting.
- Collaborated with management to develop comprehensive health and safety policies for the company.
- Provided valuable input during the design and construction phases of new facilities, ensuring health and safety considerations were fully integrated into building plans.
- Monitored company-wide compliance with established safety policies through regular audits and feedback sessions.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Served as a liaison between company management, regulatory agencies, and employees regarding health and safety matters on an ongoing basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
Egerton University
Nakuru 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Water Resources And Environmental Management
Egerton University
Nakuru 11.2024 - Current
Skills
Construction safety
Safety auditing
Risk assessments
Industrial hygiene
Environmental compliance
Regulatory compliance
Design
Accomplishments
- Achieved 1,500 safe days by implementing safety strategies that reduced risks by promoting safe behaviour.
Affiliations
- Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
- National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA)
- Environment Institute of Kenya (EIK)
- Institution on Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Certification
Engineers Board of Kenya - Graduate Engineer
Timeline
Master of Science - Water Resources And Environmental Management
Egerton University
11.2024 - Current
Safety Engineer
Africa Data Centres
01.2021 - Current
National Environment Management Authority - Associate Expert
11-2017
Environment Institute of Kenya - Member
11-2017
Environmental Health and Safety Engineer
Africa Global Logistics (AGL)
08.2017 - 12.2019
Engineers Board of Kenya - Graduate Engineer
06-2015
Health and Safety Officer
Flamingo Horticulture (K) Limited
08.2013 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
Egerton University
04.2001 -