Health and Safety Manager

Roles and responsibilities

1. Safety Management

• Developing Safety Programs and Policies: Design and implement comprehensive safety programs, including workplace safety standards, emergency procedures, and training programs. Ensure that these programs align with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Risk Assessments and Hazard Identification: Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues or unsafe work conditions. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Accident and Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of accidents or near-miss incidents to determine root causes, report findings, and implement corrective actions. Ensure that proper documentation is maintained for regulatory compliance.
• Safety Audits and Inspections: Conduct routine safety audits and inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of existing safety measures and identify areas for improvement.
• Emergency Response Planning: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, emergency contact information, and coordination with local emergency services.

2. Health Management

• Occupational Health Programs: Develop and oversee programs that promote employee health, including wellness initiatives, mental health support, and occupational health screenings.
• Compliance with Health Regulations: Ensure compliance with occupational health regulations, such as those governing workplace exposure to harmful substances, noise, and ergonomics.
• Employee Training and Awareness: Create and implement health and wellness training programs to educate employees on best practices for maintaining physical and mental health while at work.
• Health Surveillance and Reporting: Monitor employee health data to detect trends and potential risks, reporting findings to senior management as required by law.

3. Environmental Management

• Environmental Compliance: Ensure that the company complies with all environmental laws and regulations, including those related to waste management, air and water quality, chemical use, and sustainability practices.
• Sustainable Practices: Promote sustainable business practices, including reducing environmental footprints, improving energy efficiency, managing waste responsibly, and reducing emissions.
• Environmental Risk Management: Identify potential environmental risks associated with the company's operations, facilities, and projects. Develop strategies to reduce or eliminate these risks.
• Environmental Audits: Conduct environmental audits to assess the company's compliance with environmental laws, policies, and best practices. Report on audit findings and recommend corrective actions where necessary.

4. Training and Awareness

• Employee Education: Conduct regular safety, health, and environmental training programs for employees at all levels to increase awareness and promote compliance with SHE policies.
• SHE Inductions: Ensure all new employees receive an induction on company SHE policies, procedures, and expectations before commencing work.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the company’s safety, health, and environmental performance. Stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes to update internal policies as needed.

Desired candidate profile

• Under minimal supervision, responsible for the most complex technical work in a wide range of environmental, health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with ES&H standards along with federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Maintains expert knowledge of specific government agency requirements.
• Utilizes advanced techniques and diversified knowledge of environmental principles.
• Assignments are usually self-initiated.
• Uses independent judgment and discretion in data analysis and problem resolution.
• Develops, implements and maintains safety and health programs, systems and procedures.
• Monitors and prevents hazards and diseases that could be present in the work area.
• Investigates accidents, injuries, and complaints concerning hazards in the workplace.
• Recommends improvements in processes, design, procedures and operating equipment's to minimize hazards.
• Develops and conducts employee training, emergency preparedness and assures the quality of programs.
• Provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice.
• Prepares reports and recommends corrective action.
• Work includes technical responsibility for a major phase or component of a project.
• Acts as a lead role for a team of ES&H specialists and/or support personnel.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement: 15 Years experience & Aldar Approval

Qualification: Relevant degree or diploma