Responsibilities

• Report on performance, achievements, compliance, incidents, trends and issues;
• Facilitate the management of key safety and environmental projects driving the success of Zero Harm;
• Develop and implement inspection policies and procedures, and a schedule of routine inspections;
• Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, and other relevant topics;
• Monitors compliance with safety procedures.
• Evaluate health and safety practice and procedures for risk assessment and following legal guidelines.
• Conduct accident prevention training and health and safety training.
• Investigate accidents and incidents to find cause and take prevention measures for further incidents.
• Handle worker’s compensation claims in the event of a workplace accident.
• Suggest solutions, improvements and prevention steps for safety issues. 

Authority:

• Regarding safety matters, the safety manager has direct access to the Accountable Executive and appropriate senior and middle management.
• The safety manager is authorized to conduct safety audits, surveys and inspections of any aspect of the operation.
• The safety manager has the authority to conduct investigations of internal safety events in accordance with the procedures specified in the safety management system of the organization.
• The safety manager has the authority to stop or prohibit any operation considered to be unsafe.

General:

• Support the management team in achieving Zero Harm.
• Good work practices & compliance of all Safety Requirements.
• Adherence to Legal Safety Regulations and International Standards for Safety requirements.
• Follow Departmental and Company Processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field required.
• Safety Management Diploma / Degree

 
Experience:

• Minimum of 10 year’s experience as the Safety, Health and Environmental Manager.
• Extensive knowledge of health and safety systems from a leadership perspective within a heavy industrial environment.
• Breakthrough thinking and innovative ideas foster collaborative relationships across the various functions on site and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
• Experience at the corporate level implementing a strategic health, safety and environment framework ensuring quality systems are maintained.

Skills:

• Computer Literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Computer Systems (IFS, Project Management Collaboration Platforms)
• Be able to communicate clearly.
• Be technically competent.
• Problem solving and decision making.