JOB PURPOSE

• HSSE Professional to act as a ‘trusted advisor,’ collaborating with HSSE Team, Supervisors and workers, as a critical partner providing recommendations with appropriate judgment on HSSE issues.


• HSSE leader to support plant in the implementation of HSSE systems and safe work practices, aiming to cultivate a safe and healthy working environment inspire employees, promote a culture of safety, trust, and care, and enhance environmental stewardship.


• To set high safety standards by serving as an influencer and catalyst for change, and by fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders

TECHNICAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

HSSE Management System

• Support the implementation of a systems approach to health, safety and environment

 Organizational culture and its impact on HSSE

• Support Plant leaders, supervisors, and workers on methods to foster and monitor a positive culture of safety and caring and environmental stewardship

 Communication, engagement and influence

• Communicate, engage with and influence line and middle management, supervisors, and workers to mitigate risk and optimize worker health and safety

 Regulatory and Compliance Management

• Interpret and comply with laws and regulations applicable to operations.


• Consider the spirit and intent of the law and apply good practice and HSSE principles to reduce risk.


• Apply legal and ethical standards to HSSE practice

 HSSE Risk Management

• Support implementation and maintenance of routine HSSE risk assessment, control and management processes in normal operations and emergencies.

 Incident Management

• Support implementation of incident management system including investigation, reporting, and corrective actions

Training and Development

• Develop, conduct, and implement HSSE training programs for all employees

Measurement and evaluation of HSSE performance

• Support monitoring and measurement of HSSE performance

Audits and Inspections

• Conduct regular HSSE audits and inspections

 SPAN OF Communication

• Internal: Influence/Leadership: Develops relationships with management, supervisors and HSSE to create/influence HSSE policies, objectives, and strategy to act as a change agent to support improvement in HSSE.


• External: Local authority, Fire Brigade, Municipality, Third Party Safety Specialists and Training Providers, Accreditation Bodies

 Job relevant information (BOUNDARIES & DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY)

• Stops work if unsafe, working under the general direction of the HSSE manager with personal accountability for outputs. determines when issues should be escalated to a higher level.

Skills

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field

HSSE Certifications:

• NEBOSH International General Certificate in OHS (preferred)


• ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015 Auditor (preferred)

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HSSE, with at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing industry.


• Some audit experience would be a beneficial.


• Experience in incident investigations and delivery of basic HSSE training.

Job-Specific Skills:

• Strong knowledge of HSSE regulations and policies, particularly as they relate to the manufacturing industry.


• Creatively performs a range of HSSE activities and leads on formulation, implementation, and evaluation of HSSE strategy, working with diverse cultures and changing business environments.


• Understands the wider organization­al and business environment and the impact on management of HSSE as well as the interdependency of HSSE and operations.


• Personal planning and organiza­tional skills to meet work/project deadlines.


• Computer Skills: supports business processes without supervision by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment and software packages.

BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS

• Collaboration: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address safety challenges and implement effective solutions


• Communication: Act as an active listener and effectively communicate to the workforce, especially in delivering training, by simplifying complex concepts. Serve as a coach and mentor to Supervisors and employees.


• Personal Performance: Driven by results, action-oriented, and enthusiastic about taking on new opportunities and challenges with high energy.


• Problem-solving and Decision-making: Make timely and effective decisions, and efficiently navigate processes to achieve goals. Work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.


• Self-motivation and Discipline: Demonstrate willingness to develop skills and acquire new knowledge.