Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Strategy Development and Implementation

  • Sets out EGA's Safety and Governance strategy and framework based on EGA's overall ESG & Sustainability strategy, purpose, bold aspirations, and values.

  • Directs the implementation of the functional strategy ensuring alignment to group strategy, EGA's vision, mission, and corporate objectives.

  • Ensures that functional strategy and related strategic plans are developed and implemented, aligned with the organization's vision and mission.

  • Provides subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and counsels EGA leadership on related matters to support achievement of corporate and functional strategies.

  • Shares the approved strategy with local/legal authorities, where appropriate, to obtain feedback as part of continuous improvement.

  Leadership

  • Manages the effective achievement of functional objectives through leadership, performance management, and team development.

  • Establishes SMART KPIs for departments to measure individual and departmental performance against company objectives and values.

  • Leads talent development initiatives in collaboration with discipline experts to ensure business capability.

  • Acts as a role model by promoting organizational values and ethics across the function.

  • Oversees effective coordination with other departments to ensure timely information flow and service delivery.

  Budgeting and Financial Performance

  • Oversees the consolidation and recommendation of the functional budget.

  • Monitors financial performance against budget to identify cost reduction opportunities and performance improvements.

  Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

  • Develops company-wide safety policies, processes, and procedures and monitors their effectiveness.

  • Implements corporate procedures and guidelines across the business.

  • Communicates relevant safety and governance information to ensure management remains informed of initiatives and changes.

  Safety Governance

  • Leads the development of a comprehensive governance framework for safety management across EGA.

  • Oversees implementation of safety policies, systems, procedures, and controls to ensure legislative and procedural compliance.

  • Provides expert guidance to management on safety roles and responsibilities.

  • Ensures implementation, review, updating, and auditing of EGA safety systems.

  • Monitors safety system procedures and updates them in line with legislative and organizational changes.

  • Plans, leads, and coordinates safety improvement projects across all EGA sites.

  • Leads safety meetings and inspections to ensure compliance and corrective actions.

  • Plans and conducts safety and compliance audits.

  • Develops, implements, manages, and maintains comprehensive safety programs.

  • Provides guidance to site management to ensure compliance with local regulations and EGA standards.

  EGA Site Safety

  • Leads day-to-day safety operations across all EGA sites.

  • Reviews and stops operations or activities that may endanger employees.

  • Drives proactive initiatives to minimize workplace injuries and accidents.

  • Leads major incident investigations and oversees investigation reporting.

  • Reviews accident and incident reports.

  • Plans and organizes safety training programs for all organizational levels.

  • Reviews and enhances safety training programs.

  • Conducts safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance.

  • Analyses accident and incident trends and recommends improvement plans.

  • Provides safety advice and support to area management.

  International Safety

  • Develops and implements training programs covering international safety standards.

  • Leads safety awareness initiatives through workshops, seminars, and communication campaigns.

  • Implements and maintains standardized reporting systems for safety incidents and compliance.

  • Reviews and updates safety procedures to align with international standards and regulations.

  • Promotes continuous improvement through employee feedback.

  • Monitors compliance across international operations through audits and inspections.

  Stakeholder Management

  • Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring high standards of business ethics and timely resolution of critical issues.

  Safety, Quality & Environment

  • Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and controls to protect employees, meet legislative requirements, and support environmental responsibility.

  Change Management

  • Leads change management through continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices while considering global standards and business changes.

  Reporting

  • Ensures all functional reports are prepared accurately, on time, and in accordance with EGA requirements, policies, and quality standards.

  Authority / Decision Making

  Authority

  • Acts within clearly defined policies, standards, and specific objectives.

  Decision Making

  • Identifies critical factors affecting decision outcomes.

  • Evaluates options accurately and establishes priorities.

  • Anticipates outcomes and understands logical consequences.

  • Navigates risk and uncertainty effectively.

  • Applies sound judgment in situations requiring quantitative analysis.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Safety Management or HSSE.

  • Professional Certification or Diploma in Safety Management.

  • Lead Auditor certification.

  Minimum Experience

  • 12 years of safety experience in an industrial environment, including at least 4 years in a safety management role.

  Skills & Abilities

  • Risk assessment and management.

  • Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures.

  • Familiarity with project and departmental budgeting processes and tools.

  • Knowledge of project controls.

  • Conceptual planning ability.

  • Conflict management and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong leadership capability.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

  • Effective communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills.

  • Proficiency with time reporting systems.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to design and deliver training programs.

  • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.