Ehs Manager

EHS Manager
Purpose: Support the Site Manager to establish an EHS management system and strong safety culture.

GOALS:

• Support plant leadership in preventing all work-related injuries and illnesses as well as environmental harm.
• Consultant for plant managers, superintendents, and all leaders.
• Support plant leadership in establishing a safe & environmentally friendly work environment.
• Definition of site regulation and communication to all site members.
• Ensure compliance via auditing that Site, Company, and local regulations.
• Offer solutions and support action implementation regarding the work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the fulfillment of the tasks assigned to him/her.
• Responsible for his/her professional advice.
• Authority to have equipment shut down if safety, health, or the environment are endangered.
• Assist the Operations/Location Managers during an emergency situation in coordination/direct communication with plant management, staff positions, or their representatives.
• Facilitate/lead HAZOP / LOPA / hazard / risk assessment team meetings.

Main Tasks:

• Manage location safety and health activities (training, inspections, audits, as well as internal and external reporting).
• Conduct internal inspections and audits and assist in coordinating external inspections and audits.
• Analyze, review, and report location trends (audits, injuries, incidents, etc.) and monitor safety performance.
• Advise management of safety and health issues, providing location managers with guidance and assistance.
• Participate on location safety and health committee as a technical consultant/advisor.
• Provide technical support (if and when required).
• Assist in auditing new or revised equipment.
• Assist line management in recognizing hazards and risks.
• Develop material and assist in training.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new colleagues.
• Assist with incident investigation.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory developments, best practices, etc.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key contacts.
• Support, promote, and review the completion of safety information requirements to be entered in the company safety database (incidents and near misses investigation, audits, inspections, corrective actions tracking process, etc.).
• Model the core values with regard to safety: integrity, respect, excellence, resourcefulness, teamwork, and responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Relevant National Safety Management Diploma or working towards it.
• OHSAct & Regulations Training and Certification.
• Recognized Health & Safety Qualification.
• Degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, or proven equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a Production/Manufacturing environment.
• Strong safety knowledge with an in-depth understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Understanding of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of combustible dust hazards and Hazard Area Classification.
• Familiarity with Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Permit to Work Systems.
• A recognized Environmental qualification is preferred.
• EHS Compliance and auditing experience.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Performance and results-oriented.
• Proficiency in systems like Palladium, PromTek, and SharePoint.
• Excellent administrative and computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong internal and external communication skills.
• Effective time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Compliance-driven, particularly with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Functional leadership and relationship-building skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Disciplined, focused, and structured.
• Attention to detail and responsibility.
• Strong team player.
• Assertive and inquisitive.
• High level of initiative and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Ideal Candidate:
We are ideally looking for a candidate with at least 4 years of experience in a health and safety role within the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will possess strong safety knowledge, demonstrate leadership in compliance and problem-solving, and have a solid background in environmental, health, and safety procedures and standards.

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