Job Description

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Key Accountabilities:

• Developing and implementing policies and practices to identify/mitigate hazardous conditions within the workplace and external environments. Follow the overall safety vision, strategy, and goals aligned with business objectives.
• Investigating accidents and environmental incidents and liaising with engineers, management, and health and safety regulatory authorities to identify causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence.
• Providing advice and training on safety protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization and government standards related to environmental health and safety
• Maintaining relationships with the community, environmental groups, and other stakeholders impacted by the environmental performance of the organization
• Ensure the plant meets all local, national, and international regulatory requirements. Prepare and submit required documentation, reports, and permits to regulatory authorities.
• Prepare a robust and follow Emergency preparedness and response.
• Enforce safety requirements for third-party contractors and service providers. Conduct safety inductions, permit-to-work systems, and audits for vendors and visitors. Monitor compliance of contract workers with safety regulations and PPE usage.
• Promote a positive safety culture through leadership engagement, recognition programs, and behaviour-based safety initiatives. Conduct safety talks, toolbox meetings, and awareness campaigns. Foster employee involvement and ownership in safety initiatives.

Academic and Experience
In order to be considered for this position the employee must have a seniority of at least 18 months in their current job with a minimum of 10 years in the implementation of safety systems. Degree or Diploma in engineering, or B.Sc. along with relevant experience in Industrial Safety, or Diploma in Industrial safety from a recognized body.