Site Clinical Officer

WTS Energy, headquartered in the Netherlands and established in 2000, is a leading Outsourcing & Workforce Management Company for the Global Energy industry. They supply manpower, recruitment, and outsourcing services across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas for Oil & Gas and Renewables projects.

The Site Clinical Officer will be responsible for overseeing the camp clinic's daily functions, ensuring accessible and timely healthcare services. This includes conducting patient consultations, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care within professional guidelines. The officer will provide medical attention for common illnesses, minor and occupational injuries, and other health conditions at the project site, administering medications and treatments according to approved clinical standards. A key aspect is providing immediate medical support during emergencies, including patient stabilization and coordinating referrals or evacuations. The role also involves maintaining emergency medical equipment, supporting the Occupational Health Programme through screenings and wellness initiatives, and monitoring occupational health risks. Furthermore, the officer will conduct health awareness campaigns, assist with return-to-work assessments, and manage medical supplies and records. Collaboration with HSE, HR, Camp Administration, and Project Management teams is essential, along with ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and company HSSE procedures.

1. Manage daily operations of the camp clinic, ensuring accessible and professional healthcare services.
2. Conduct patient consultations, clinical assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care.
3. Provide medical care for common illnesses, minor injuries, and occupational health conditions at the project site.
4. Administer medications and treatments according to clinical guidelines.
5. Provide immediate medical attention during emergencies, including stabilization and referral coordination.
6. Maintain emergency medical equipment and participate in emergency response drills.
7. Support the project's Occupational Health Programme, including health screenings and wellness initiatives.
8. Monitor and advise on occupational health risks such as heat stress, dehydration, and communicable diseases.
9. Conduct health awareness campaigns and promote hygiene, sanitation, and disease prevention.
10. Support return-to-work assessments and provide recommendations on employee fitness.
11. Manage medical supplies, medicines, and clinic equipment, ensuring proper storage and stock control.
12. Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential medical records.
13. Prepare and submit periodic clinic, medical statistics, and occupational health reports.
14. Coordinate with external healthcare facilities for referrals and continuity of care.
15. Collaborate with HSE, Human Resources, Camp Administration, and Project Management teams on employee health matters.
16. Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, Clinical Officers Council requirements, and company HSSE procedures.
17. Participate in HSSE meetings, inspections, and initiatives, offering medical guidance.
18. Perform other assigned clinical and occupational health-related duties.

1. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Medicine from a recognized institution.
2. Registration with the Clinical Officers Council (COC) of Kenya, valid Annual Practising Licence, and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
3. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is an advantage.
4. Additional training in Emergency Medicine, Occupational Health, Trauma Management, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), or Emergency Preparedness and Response is an advantage.
5. Minimum of three (3) years’ post-registration clinical experience in a hospital, health centre, occupational health facility, or similar healthcare environment.
6. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in industrial, manufacturing, mining, waste management, construction, energy, oil and gas, or other high-risk operational environments is an advantage.
7. Demonstrated experience in emergency medical response, trauma management, patient stabilization, and medical referral coordination.
8. Experience in occupational health services, employee wellness programs, and workplace health surveillance.
9. Knowledge of clinical protocols, healthcare regulations, medical records management, and infection prevention and control standards.
10. Strong clinical assessment, diagnosis, decision-making, and emergency response skills.
11. Good communication, interpersonal, organizational, and reporting skills, with high professional integrity and confidentiality.
12. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and medical records management systems.
13. Ability to work independently, remain calm under pressure, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
14. Willingness and ability to work in a remote camp environment and provide medical support outside normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays.