Description
Responsibilities
Responsible for establishing HSSE best practice policies, programs and guidelines relevant to the Group business.
Responsible for leading the development, execution, monitoring and measurement of the group strategic sustainability initiatives.
Provides a leadership and mentoring role to the management team with a visible and uncompromised commitment to Sustainability and HSSE.
Promotes and oversees compliance programs on environmental, health and safety, and social issues which are relevant for the Group.
Manages extensive interface with Group executive management, site operations management, lenders and investors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
Responsible for the development of the Sustainability Report and other relevant reports
Develop and drive the execution of the Group long-term Sustainability vision, mission and operating principles and HSSE strategic objectives and controls
Provide expertise and leadership to Group executives and management, enhancing awareness of Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and HSSE issues likely to have material impact on the Business Unit.
Maintain an up-to-date perspective on HSSE issues and provide timely input of new developments
Foster a culture of Sustainability, including a strong Safety attitude, through regular ad-hoc communications and education initiatives
Develop and maintain Group-related HSSE policies, standards and guidelines.
Continually review the Business Unit’s HSSE management systems and procedures and amend/improve where required.
Lead the adoption of best practice HSSE systems, processes and tools across the Business Unit.
Develop and implement audit programs which accurately measures the overall HSSE compliance and performance of each Group site and provides for collection of representative data and implementation of corrective measures.
Oversee the investigation of HSSE incidents and accidents and ensure proper mitigation action plans are put in place.
Lead or participate in incident investigation.
Ensure HSSE hazards are identified, HSSE Risks assessed, and appropriate actions taken to eliminate, prevent or manage risks to acceptable levels.
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Engineering or HSSE related discipline.
Master's degree is a plus
Minimum of 15 years of work experience in relevant industries (eg. chemical / manufacturing / building materials) including relevant project / site operational experience in emerging countries, preferably in Africa.
Excellent technical knowledge of key HSSE issues, standards (e.g. IFC, World Bank Group and AfDB standards and guidelines) and practices across a spectrum including development projects and operations.
Up-to-date knowledge of current trends and sectoral challenges pertaining to the area of Sustainability.
Demonstrated success in improving HSSE performance and establishing best practices across a large multinational organization.
Possess a sound understanding of HSSE policies and objectives, a sense of personal responsibility and the ability to identify and attach appropriate urgency to the requirements of various HSSE regulations and stakeholder expectations.
Demonstrated ability to deliver results, create value and drive continuous performance improvement.
Experienced in developing and implementing HSSE policies, plans and Integrated Management Systems according to IFC Performance Standards and ISO14001/ISO45001 international standards.
In-depth knowledge of HSSE regulations and compliance strategies
Track record in influencing positive organizational change.
Significant depth of experience at a senior management level with general oversight of HSSE programs and community and external stakeholder relations.
Highly analytical, ability to synthesize information and offer recommendations/solutions.
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