EHS Specialist

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

All jobs are accountable for producing a range of outputs (end results).

List 6 to 8 outputs of the job.

Please describe what needs to be achieved (output) and what needs to be done to achieve it (action)

(What is done →to what →with what outcome. Examples: Recruit and train sales staff to provide a competent sales force, or

Manually Check recorded data against system to resolve variances.)

• Implement EHS, Quality and LEAN standards

• Reduce workplace injuries, near misses and unsafe conditions through prevention- focused programs

• Complete timely incident investigations and drive closure of corrective and preventative actions.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators.

• Maintain accurate and audit ready documentation and reports inn readiness for internal, external or regulatory audits or inspections.

  • ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    Ie. Fire Warden, Internal Auditor, First Aider

    1. Acts as Site Incident Controller in the event of a site emergencyJOB PURPOSE Summarise why this job exists and how it contributes to the organisation. Be specific; do not write a general statement which may apply to other jobs in the organisation. To implement and manage all aspects of EHS, Quality and Lean. Role reports to Plant Manager with Functional alignment to EHS and Quality/Lean in FES and IPDE.

       MAIN DUTIES

       A general summary of the major activities and responsibilities (which represents the key tasks) of the jobholder.

       (A sample of day-to-day actions.)

       • Promote a strong safety culture through visible floor presence, coaching, employee engagement and proactive hazard recognition.
       • Lead on quality standards, ensuring manufacturing meets appropriate local standards and requirements.
       • Drive Health and Safety and Environment performance and EHS Training programmes for employees, ensuring compliance to regulatory standards.
       • Provide Technical and Quality Management expertise
       • Investigate incidents and near misses, determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions.
       • Work to develop, implement and maintain EHS policies, programs, and procedures to assure personnel safety
       • Perform safety audits, inspections and investigations of work environments, processes, and operations in compliance with government regulations and industry standards and corporate and divisional procedures.
       • Maintain required permits, records and reports to ensure audit and regulatory readiness
       • Support warranty monitoring and control by providing technical support to warranty manager as well as cost estimates for completion of any warranty actions.
       • Monitor team performance for estimating cost of issues at resolution stage.

Desired Candidate Profile

JOBHOLDER REQUIREMENTS

List the requirements necessary for a MINIMUM PROFICIENCY in the job. (skills, knowledge and experience)

1. Appropriate education meeting minimum requirements

2. qualifications in Health & Safety, Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline.

3. Experience supporting or leading:

   1. Local legislative standards for manufacturing,
   2. internal and external audits,
   3. contractor management,
   4. permit-to-work systems,
   5. behavioural safety initiatives,
   6. emergency preparedness and response.

4. Excellent communication skills (ability to relate to staff of all levels / disciplines).

5. Team player with ability to positively influence others.

List here the competencies, which are critical in order to be successful in the job. (communication skills, customer orientation etc.)

• Strong working knowledge of local health, safety, and environmental legislation
• Proven ability to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement effective control measures.
• Experience in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.
• Ability to develop and review risk assessments, safe systems of work, and operational procedures.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to deliver training, toolbox talks, and practical safety guidance to operational teams.
• audit, inspection, and compliance monitoring capability.
• Good organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of EHS systems and working