Senior Manager: SHEQ (Five (5) Years Fixed Term Contract) at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Develop and implement safety, quality, health, and environmental policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify hazards and potential areas of improvement.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and allied safety and environmental regulations.
• Train employees on safety procedures and emergency response protocols.
• Investigate and report on incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and analyse safety, quality and environmental performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Maintain safety, quality and environmental records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate safety, quality and environmental considerations into business processes.
• Lead safety, quality and environmental committees or teams to promote a culture of safety and sustainability.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging regulations related to SHEQ.
• Develop and manage emergency response plans and coordinate drills and exercises.
•  Promote employee engagement and participation in safety, quality and environmental initiatives.
• Fostering a culture of responsibility and accountability.
• Collaborate with external agencies, such as environmental agencies or safety and quality inspectors, to facilitate inspections, permits, and regulatory compliance when necessary.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in health and safety, Environment, or similar related fields.
• Postgraduate Qualification will be advantageous.
• 5-8 years of experience in general management of safety, health, environmental, and quality management, two (2) of which were in a senior SHEQ management position.
• Strong policy formulation and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to operate at senior/executive management level.
• Experience with managing teams across geographical spread.
• Experience in management system development, implementation, and maintenance.
• Implementation experience in ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 17025.
• Influencing, negotiating and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Sound oral and written communication skills.