Health and safety

Client of Xperts4

Scope of Work :
The Health & Safety Manager will drive initiatives across the organization by inspiring and fostering a culture of prevention, continuous improvement, best in class environmental, health, safety and wellness standards. Will take lead in all incident and accident prevention, investigations , and will ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and standards. Develop procedures and design systems to protect people from illness and injury and property from damage. Plan, implement, and coordinate safety programs to prevent or correct unsafe environmental working conditions. Promote workplace and product safety by identifying and monitoring potential hazards to people or property.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Adhere to Data Center policies and procedures in addition to industry standards.
Act as a strategic partner and advisor on Health, Safety and Environmental issues
Coordinate corporately and communicate any health emergencies
Responsible for managing and eradicating EHS operational risks and hazards to ensure an accident/
hazard free/echo friendly work environment.
Lead by demonstrating the required behaviors, attitudes and mindset to develop a strong corporate
safety culture
Set and communicate goals, direction and priorities in the development of a comprehensive safety
management program
Recommend, develop, and implement Corporate Health and Safety Policies, Procedures, and Programs
Provide guidance to management for the implementation of Health and Safety practices to ensure the
safety and well-being of all employees & visitors
Collaborate with internal leaders and employees across the organization to assess and control
hazardous conditions.
Coordinate and conduct health and safety audits
Ensure all health and safety programs are relevant, current and effective
Maintain Hazard Risk Register for each site. Work collaboratively with site managers to continually
identify Hazards and associated risks and keep risk as low as reasonably achievable.
Liaise with managers and identify training needs. Annually review training needs with DC managers and
ensure mandatory training is completed
Create and perform EHS training and educational programs
Maintain EHS training records and database, including training attendance.
Maintain a record of all safety incidents and injuries
Ensure onsite contractors have adequate Health and Safety Plans and Policies for the tasks to perform
Assist in identifying the hazards of new projects and assessing the adequacy of contractors HS
Programs prior to the project commencement
Lead all workplace injury and near misses investigations
Ensure At-risk-behaviors and At-risk-conditions are addressed.
Ensure appropriate training on conducting investigations and root causes analysis, inspecting the
workplace, identifying hazards, and implementing corrective or preventative measures.
Provide coaching and guidance to managers about Health and Safety subject matters
Follow up to ensure actions or measures are in place and effective.
Regularly monitor labor and health & safety legislation to ensure ongoing compliance.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

Minimum 4 years of experience

Working Knowledge of Workplace Safety & Health and related legislation
Strong Knowledge & experience of international Standards & regulations i.e. ISO 45001, NFPA, OSHA
Excellent ability to investigation accidents, document findings and ensure proper correction
Proven ability to interpret, evaluate and apply regulations, policies and procedures
Superior interpersonal skills, able to interact with all levels in a professional, positive manner, able to
building trusting relationships and be a team player
Knowledge of the interface between staff and management in the workplace
Solid leadership ability coaching others
Excellent, effective communication skills, both oral and in written format, creating and delivering
business presentations and employee training
Able to influence, collaborate and negotiate cross functionally, as well as with external stakeholders to
achieve results
Excellent spoken and written English
Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office products
Excellent time management skills, organized and possessing a solid ability to plan and follow up
Able to meet deadlines and adapt easily to change

Preferred Training & Certifications :

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification
NEBOSH Occupational Health & Safety
Certificate in Safety Management (CSM)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Certification
ISO 45001 Internal Auditing
Fire prevention and control
Crisis Management