Job Description

• Life Safety Strategy: Implement Accenture's global life safety and emergency preparedness strategy, including development and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and guidelines, which align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Compliance Management: Manage the monitoring of compliance with local, national, and international life safety and fire safety codes, regulations, and Accenture's global standards in all locations where Accenture operates.

• Program Management: Manage effective global life safety and emergency preparedness programs and initiatives, establishing trust and building strong engagement with our network of local points around the world.

• Stakeholder Communication: Foster strong working relationships and earn the trust of internal stakeholders and leaders by creating clear communication channels, implementing reliable tools and systems, and producing consistent, actionable reporting. All efforts should align with, and advance, the organization's global life safety goals.

• Risk Assessment: Develop an effective risk assessment framework for all types of company facilities, identifying potential hazards and vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

• Training and Education: Develop/enhance and deliver safety training and awareness programs for employees and contractors, fostering a culture of life safety awareness and responsibility throughout the organization.

• Emergency Response Planning: Establish and maintain effective emergency preparedness and response plans and procedures for a range of potential hazards and incidents, ensuring that all employees are well-prepared to respond to emergencies.

• Fire Protection Systems: Evaluate, consult and provide advice and direction to local teams on issues or incidents involving fire protection systems, such as fire alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems, at company sites.

• Data and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report on life safety performance metrics and incidents, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions, as necessary.

• Budget Management: Develop and manage the budget for life safety initiatives, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising safety.

• Job Qualifications

Qualifications:
Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related Science, Engineering, or Occupational Health and Safety field. Master's degree preferred.

• Professional certifications in workplace safety, fire safety, health and safety.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in life safety, health and safety, or fire safety management, with a proven history of progressively responsible roles.

• Strong knowledge of safety codes, regulations, and industry best practices.

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills.

• Project management and task prioritization skills.

• Performing stakeholder management and relationship building, particularly across virtual, cross cultural and all levels.

• Self-motivated and able to work autonomously and drive own work area, as well as be a team player.

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