Job Description

Company Description
SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as a Technical Advisor to the Natural Resources business line on all HSE related areas, including legal compliance, client requirements and Health & Safety Management Systems requirements as per local and Global Requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the Natural Resources business line Top Page for all sites.
• Conduct H&S training aligned with HSMS as and when required.
• Facilitate Risk Assessments, in line with Risk Assessment projects.
• Manage clear HSE related communication between role players (H&S, Coordinators and Management)
• Facilitate H&S projects, and form part of the roll-out and implementation phase of each specific H&S project.
• Implement Global H&S Initiatives throughout Natural Resources (Safe Start, Stellar, Safety Month, Quarterly Campaigns, Safe Talks, SGS Rules for Life, Stop Work Authority, BBS, etc.)
• Facilitate the Reward & Recognition program for the Natural Resources group.
• Report and manage H&S related incidents, near misses, hazards and best practices in accordance with group expectations.
• Form part of Incident Investigations within the Business Line as and when required.
• Report all incidents and near misses into Crystal.
• Conduct SAT Internal Audits and Compliance Visits and provide guidance and assistance on related challenges and areas of improvement.
• Assist the Business Continuity Representative for Natural Resources with the coordinating of the BCM program.
• Be visible on all sites within Natural Resources, to show H&S commitment as per Top Page objectives.
• Adhere and ensure adherence to all safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• Perform any reasonable tasks assigned to the job holder to support the overall OI strategy.

SPECIFIC AUHORITIES

• Identify, plan, recommend and complete H&S programs following the Natural Resources OI strategy and applicable business strategies.
• Align work with Natural Resources H&S Manager and Location H&S Coordinators & Location Manager
• Implement HSMS / IMS and country specific regulatory requirements to assure compliance.
• Conduct H&S inspections and self-assessments to verify implementation of OIMS / IMS and compliance with country regulatory requirements regarding Health, Safety and the Environment.
• Provide H&S support to site and functions (e.g. Purchasing) during projects; (e.g. during site expansions, new construction, new equipment purchases, new processes etc.)
• Conduct incident investigations for incidents occurring at the site
• Timely reporting of H&S relevant items including incidents, near misses, hazards and KPIs within the country using Crystal
• Implement SGS wide H&S activities at the site including Stellar, Safety Month, Quarterly Campaigns, Best Practice Sharing, SGS Rules for Life, Stop Work Authority, BBS, etc. to assure compliance with OIMS and Country regulatory requirements.
• Cease the use of any equipment that may be deemed to constitute a safety hazard or entry to hazardous environments without the necessary knowledge and protection and take action to address the hazard.
• Cease to carry on with work that may affect the quality (integrity) of services and take action to address the issue.
• Initiate a formal improvement request when a deviation of the system occurs, possible improvements are identified or when nonconformity is identified.

Qualifications
Education

• Matric (Grade 12)
• SAMTRAC or equivalent Certificate (NQF 5)

Experience

• 5 years administrative experience
• 5 years relevant HSE management experience
• Advance Microsoft software experience
• Document and report writing experience

Competencies

• Broad knowledge of applicable legislations (OHS Act, Mine Act)
• Knowledge on ISO 45001, ISO14001
• Systems and Legal auditing
• Good personnel / communication skills
• Role player and Team Leader
• Investigation knowledge and skills
• Lead Auditing knowledge and skills
• Risk Assessing knowledge and skills

Required Skills

• Ability to understand and explain technical (HSE specific) topics for all levels of personnel
• Ability to understand site contributions to Regional OI Performance and capability to use existing tools; prioritizing risks and influencing factors
• Ability to influence without direct reporting lines
• Ability to evaluate the accuracy of root cause analysis and the effectiveness of proposed solutions
• Sufficient knowledge of English to communicate with the OI Manager and to understand Global OI Communications
• Translates Strategy into Actions - Effectively communicates strategy and action plans to others. Agrees on SMART targets/KPIs/objectives that are linked to the strategy. Reviews progress against the defined objectives.
• Influences Internally & Externally - Seeks to understand others' needs and interests to build trust. Convinces others to change the way they think and act. Tailors his/her message to the audiences' needs. Generates engagement and commitment from others.
• Collaborates Effectively - Goes beyond 'borders' to connect with others. Shares information and resources across countries / businesses / teams. Leverages diversity to work efficiently. Seeks out and replicates better practices. Overcomes barriers that inhibit interaction.
• Embraces Change - Anticipates the need for change. Seeks out new and improved ways of doing things. Overcomes the barriers to change. Implements change in a timely and effective manner. Champions the importance of change. Manages the cultural change we are seeking in focusing on three core elements which are Leadership, Education and Discipline (LED).
• Supports the Cultural Change using a "soft skills" approach - Enhanced OI' strength through the 7C principles which are Coaching, Confidence, Communication, Change, Courage, Compliance. Reinforces a strong OI culture at the country level.

Skills Required