Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

As an Environmental, Health & Safety Manager, you are responsible for conformity with all corporate and local regulations related to Sanitation, Food Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental (OHSE) regulations, where your role involves the implementation of HACCP & OHSE programs.

• University Degree holder in Life Sciences/Microbiology with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in Managing EHS and Food Safety in the hospitality industry.
• NEBOSH IGC Certified and OSH (OSHAD) Practitioner course completed.
• Expertise in HACCP and ISO Management systems in its implementation and certification.
• Certified in Internal Auditing of HACCP, ISO, and OSH Management Systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of environmental laws and regulations such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and waste management regulations.
2. Health and Safety Laws: Familiarity with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations, local and international workplace health standards, and industry-specific safety protocols.
3. Compliance: Ensuring the organization adheres to federal, state, and local laws, as well as industry standards, while maintaining environmental sustainability practices.
4. Risk Management and Hazard Identification: Conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential health, safety, and environmental hazards in the workplace.
5. Incident Investigation: Leading investigations into workplace incidents or accidents to determine root causes, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring future prevention.
6. Emergency Response Planning: Developing emergency response plans for natural disasters, workplace accidents, or environmental emergencies, ensuring preparedness.
7. Team Management: Leading and managing a team of EHS professionals and ensuring their tasks align with the organization’s safety and environmental goals.
8. Training and Education: Designing and delivering training programs to educate employees about safety protocols, environmental protection practices, and health procedures.
9. Data Analysis: Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data related to safety incidents, environmental performance, and health standards to inform decisions and improve processes.
10. Clear Reporting: Writing clear and detailed reports, safety documentation, and incident logs to provide transparency and facilitate understanding among employees and regulatory bodies.

Desired Candidate Profile

1. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring the organization complies with all environmental, health, and safety regulations, conducting audits, inspections, and ensuring all documentation is up to date.
2. Safety Policies and Procedures: Developing, reviewing, and updating safety policies and procedures, including hazard identification, emergency response, and accident investigation protocols.
3. Incident Reporting and Investigation: Leading the investigation of workplace accidents or environmental incidents to determine root causes, and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
4. Waste Management: Overseeing the safe disposal and reduction of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
5. Emergency Planning: Developing emergency response procedures for a range of scenarios (e.g., fire, chemical spill, natural disasters) and ensuring employees are trained on how to respond.