Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- EHS Program Implementation : Develop and implement Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs to reduce injury and illness rates, increase employee engagement, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Collaboration : Partner with management and staff to execute and manage EHS programs effectively.
- Regulatory Liaison : Serve as the primary contact with governmental agencies, ensuring timely tracking and submission of EHS data and reports.
- Safety Committees : Develop, advise, and collaborate with departmental safety committees to promote and implement safety culture awareness initiatives.
- Inspections and Audits : Lead regular inspections and audits to identify and resolve potential environmental health and safety hazards, ensuring compliance with all EHS policies, regulatory standards, and national codes.
- Incident Management : Facilitate and participate in investigations of incidents, accidents, complaints, or problems (e.
g., injuries, chemical releases, near misses, indoor air quality issues), recommending procedural changes to prevent property loss and injuries.
Track all incidents to reduce future occurrences.
- PPE Selection : Assist in the selection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Training Development : Identify EHS training needs across the site and develop / implement necessary training and retraining programs to ensure compliance with corporate standards and local legislation.
Qualifications / Requirements :
- Educational Background : Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Experience : 2-3 years of experience in an EHS role.
- EHS Knowledge : Proficiency in regulatory requirements, EHS technical aspects (safety, industrial hygiene, environmental), risk management, behavior-based safety, training, auditing / program review, regulatory agency enforcement, EHS vendor / consultant management, and business knowledge.
- Cultural Change : Proven track record in driving cultural change in EHS.
- Communication Skills : Strong communication, interpersonal, and influence management skills.
- Multitasking Ability : Capable of prioritizing and performing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Safety Equipment Proficiency : Proficient in using safety equipment relevant to the areas of responsibility.
- Analytical Skills : Understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies, and practices through specific education and / or training programs in a specialty or technical field.
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