Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Policies, Processes & Procedures

  • Develops and oversees the implementation of departmental policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls across the Safety Department.

  • Ensures compliance with all applicable procedural and legislative requirements while delivering consistent, high-quality, and cost-effective services.

  Day-to-Day Operations

  • Leads the day-to-day operations of the Safety Department to ensure work processes are implemented effectively and comply with established policies, procedures, and standards.

  Investigation & Reporting

  • Leads investigations into significant safety incidents.

  • Reviews and oversees the preparation of investigation reports, ensuring findings, recommendations, and corrective actions are appropriately documented and implemented.

  Training & Safety Culture

  • Supervises the identification, planning, organization, and delivery of safety training programs for employees at all organizational levels.

  • Promotes safety awareness and supports initiatives to reduce the frequency and severity of safety incidents.

  Maintenance, Testing & Inspection

  • Supervises the maintenance and testing of safety protection systems throughout the plant to ensure operational readiness.

  • Provides specialist technical safety advice and oversees workplace evaluations to identify non-conformities with regulatory requirements and international standards.

  • Recommends corrective actions to ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and best practices.

  • Maintains knowledge of local regulatory requirements and relevant international safety standards.

  Safety, Quality & Environment

  • Ensures compliance with all applicable safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.

  People Management

  • Supervises the activities and performance of team members through coaching, guidance, and regular feedback.

  • Ensures work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and individual performance objectives.

  Related Assignments

  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

  Authority / Decision Making

  Authority

  • Operates within clearly defined policies, standards, and approved objectives.

  Decision Making

  • Makes operational decisions in accordance with established practices and procedures.

  • Manages work outputs and ensures activities are delivered in line with departmental objectives and company requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

  • Professional accreditation or membership with a recognized engineering or safety association is preferred.

  Minimum Experience

  • 6–8 years of relevant experience in Environment, Health, Safety, Fire & Security (EHSFS) within a manufacturing industry.

  • Minimum of 4 years in progressively increasing supervisory or managerial roles.

  Skills

  • Thorough knowledge of Safety Management Systems.

  • Knowledge of safety auditing systems, including design and implementation.

  • Strong understanding of international health and safety standards and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks effectively.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Proven ability to develop and write policies, procedures, and technical documentation.

  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

  • Excellent time management and priority-setting abilities.