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Safety Manager (Durban, ZA)
Purpose of the job:
Provide guidance, advice, and support the development and improvement of Engen EIH’s HSEQ policies, safety procedures and programme. Implement initiatives that reduce and eliminate workplace hazards, injuries or cause damage to property and assets. Drive HSE compliance and support the RTT team to meet the commitments in the company HSEQ Management Systems and programme. Promotes initiatives and culture that support the delivery of the company’s business objectives whiles complying to industrial requirements and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
Who You Are:
- You can identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- You anticipate risks and implement preventative measures before issues arise.
- You can evaluate data and incidents to develop effective safety strategies.
- You can clearly articulate safety policies and procedures to employees at all levels.
- You understand and address employee concerns regarding workplace safety.
- You can make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
- You are well-versed in safety regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
What you’ll have done before:
Baseline
- BTech in Safety Management/NQFL 7
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably Engineering / science or related discipline)
- 8 years Safety experience
- Thorough knowledge of legislation (OHSAct 85 of 1993)
- Thorough knowledge of legislation – Construction Regulations
- Knowledge of Incident Management
- Knowledge of Management Systems
Advantageous
- HSE Project Management.
- Petrochemical experience
- HSE Project Management.
- Operational experience
Exciting challenges you might face in the role:
- Driving Culture Change: Shaping and fostering a workplace culture where safety is a top priority can be rewarding yet challenging.
- Implementing New Safety Standards: Introducing innovative safety measures and ensuring compliance across diverse teams.
- Training Diverse Teams: Designing and delivering engaging training programs to employees with varying levels of safety awareness.
- Crisis Management: Responding effectively to emergencies and implementing lessons learned to improve future preparedness.
- Balancing Compliance with Efficiency: Ensuring adherence to regulations without compromising operational productivity.
- Global Safety Standards: Managing safety protocols across multiple locations with different regulatory requirements.
- Accident Prevention: Analyzing data to predict potential hazards and implementing preventative measures.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with leadership, employees, and regulators to align on safety goals.
What you’ll be doing:
- Do not overspend Project related budget and ensure accurate spend / use of monies to ensure funds are optimally utilised.
- Manage and implement safety policies and procedures to promote compliance and ensure that safety standards and regulations are complied with at all times.
- Effective use of HSE resources amongst the EIH/TRR departments and provide the necessary supports
- Manage the implementation of safety programme across all sites within the RTT Project to promote a culture of safety (HSEQ) awareness and understanding.
- Strong focus on Contractor HSE Management. Ensure that Contractor Management KPI are in place and regular engagement with contractors. Implement new initiatives to improve contractor management.
- Coordinate the implementation of safety audits and assurance checks to ensure the HSE Regulatory requirements are adhered to.
- Proactive engagement with the Department of Labour to ensure compliance with Construction regulations.
- Ensure internal procedures are aligned with Engen Technical Standards (ETS) and Mandatory Control Framework (MCF).
- Coordinate the process of risk assessments on site for all High Risk and Very High-Risk jobs/tasks to reduce risk to employees, plant and equipment.
- Participate in the investigation of safety related injuries and incidents and monitor the formulation and implementation of corrective actions to ensure hazards and risks are controlled and minimised.
- Review and coordinate the formulation and implementation of all HSE Alerts and Lessons Learnt.
- Present business safety performance indicators to Senior Management and formulate and monitor action plans to mitigate hazards and risks within work environment and reduce the frequency rates of injuries.
Job Advert Closing Date: All job adverts close five days after date posted
Engen’s approved Employment Equity plans and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Let us know how we can accommodate you to participate in the recruitment process.
Important Information:
- The appointment will be made in line with Engen’s Employment Equity Strategy.
- All applications must be submitted to the contact person/ numbers provided & in the manner requested.
- If not submitted by the closing date, your application will automatically not be considered.
- Engen does not guarantee that you will be called for an interview or appointed by virtue of your application.
- Engen reserves the right not to make an appointment.