Welfare Officer

Job Description

Title: Welfare Officer

Company Name: Leatherex Footwear Ind. Ltd.

Vacancy: 2

Age: At least 21 years

Job Location: Dhaka (Savar)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 1 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear, Group of Companies

• Bachelor/Honors

• At least 1 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear, Group of Companies

• Age At least 21 years
• Only Female

• Experience in employee welfare programs

• Strong communication and inter-personal skills.

• Develop and Monitor Welfare Programs: Implement employee welfare initiatives, including health and wellness programs, counselling services, and maternity benefits, ensuring compliance with the Bangladesh Labour Law 2006 and Labour Rules 2015 & 2022.  

• Health, Safety, and Compliance: Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, conduct awareness programs on PPE, machine guards, sanitation, and fire safety, and maintain compliance as per buyer Codes of Conduct and company policies. 

• Facilities and Amenities: Oversee the provision of essential amenities, such as dining facilities, clean washrooms, safe drinking water, and support for pregnant or injured workers.

• Employee Support and Conflict Resolution: Act as a liaison between employees and management, address grievances, resolve conflicts, and offer counselling or referrals for personal or health-related issues.

• Training and Orientation: Conduct training sessions on labour laws, workplace safety, and buyer Codes of Conduct, and provide orientation programs for new employees.

• Compliance Audits and Meetings: Prepare for compliance audits, organise welfare committee and grievance meetings, document minutes, and ensure all activities align with legal and regulatory standards.