Objectives and Purpose of the Job:
- Drive the development and implementation of an effective safety, health & environmental programme across the company’s operations in order to:
- Proactively identify and mitigate against hazards to life and property, thus reducing losses associated with unsafe actions and unsafe workplace conditions;
- Ensure full compliance with established safety and health rules & standards and local regulatory requirements; and
- Lead the organisation in preparation for and attainment of ISO 45001 & 14001 certifications.
General Responsibilities:
SAFETY
- Continually improve the SHE programme through the development, implementation and review of required SOPs.
- Conduct safety inspections and audits based on established guidelines.
- Track and close-out SHE hazards and non-compliances identified from inspections, audits, incidents, etc.
- Document and investigate all reported incidents (injuries, property damages, product losses, etc.) and submit within the required time.
- Conduct SHE-related trainings and orientation as established in the annual SHE training plan.
- Update SHE tracking data and submit SHE reports as required, for the General / Factory Manager and Group S.H.E. Manager
- Implement the emergency response and recovery programmes, including fire safety, to ensure a constant state-of-readiness among the company’s operations.
- Ensure all SHE-related regulatory permits, licences, certificates, etc. are current and there is full compliance with the required conditions pertaining to the permits, licences, etc.
- Develop and keep updated, the SHE Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment programme.
- Implement SHE-focused awareness programmes and activities to promote a culture of compliance among employees and contractors.
- Support all company-related projects and activities in order to identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
- Integrate ISO SHE standards (ISO 45001 & 14001) to strengthen the SHE programme and prepare for eventual certification.
- Attend SHE Group meetings and trainings.
HEALTH
- Support the occupational health programmes as established among the Seprod group
- Participate in occupational health programmes.
ENVIRONMENT
- Develop and implement environmentally sustainable programmes.
- Participate in Food Safety and Security programmes as specified by the company.
- Any other additional duty required by the company to support the SHE / Food Safety programmes and corporate initiatives of the company.
Academic/Technical/Management: Experience and Qualifications:
- BSc in Occupational Safety and Health, or related field is preferred
- Training and certification in OSH&E Management Systems (e.g. ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
- Comprehensive knowledge of OSHE regulations (local and international)
- At least two (2) years’ experience in OSHE
Abilities; Skills; Experience; Aptitude and Judgement:
- Good communication skills, oral and written.
- Good investigative and auditing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and take initiative.
- Be result oriented and complete assignments within the required timelines.
- Committed to strong work ethics; integrity, honesty, and quality.
- Adaptable and willing to rotate among other companies within the Group, when required.
- Able to work on / across shifts, as needed.
External Contacts (Level):
- Liaise with external stakeholders, such as government / regulatory agencies, contractors, community, etc.
Authorisation / Confirmation
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform reasonable related duties, if requested by immediate supervisor or other authorised personnel
