Job Description

To develop effective SHEQ risk management and drive continuous improvement towards Zero Harm. To execute Group and business SHEQ strategy and drive commitment to Responsible Care principles. To provide assurance on SHEQ compliance To enable SHEQ competencies within AECI Plant Health and distribution networks (Depots).

Required outputs: Functional


Ensure that production personnel, contractors, drivers and site visitors receive SHE induction before entering production areas. Monitor the implementation of safe work procedures, maintain and update all relevant SHEQ related documentation and records. Ensure firefighting equipment, safety and emergency response equipment are serviced and inspected within the required timeframes. Carry out the monitoring and measurement of SHEQ statistics (man-hours, electricity usage, incidents, near misses, gas usage, how many audits done, how many non-conformances etc.). Assist in development and implementation of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and offices. Ensure that emergency plans are communicated to staff and visitors. Review data and provide feedback on Contractor SHEQ files. Facilitate SHEQ Risk Assessments (RA's) Develop and implement SHEQ controls. Conduct SHEQ incident investigations, root cause analysis and facilitation of learning Maintain SHEQ Management systems (e.g. ISO, PSM, CAIA, etc.) Ensure effectiveness of SHEQ Management Systems (e.g. ISO9001; ISO 14001; ISO 45001; PSM, etc.) Develop SHEQ training material and Facilitation of SHEQ training Co-ordinate internal and external audits and inspections. Co-ordination of annual medicals and compliance to COID Monitor compliance to SHEQ legal requirements (including permits and legislation) Ensure effective management of the SHEQ budget Ensure contractor files are kept updated as per the sites SHE specification Ensure the Management of Change process is effectively managed and records maintained.

Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 with post matric qualification (Safety, Environmental, Engineering or equivalent). A Management/Supervisory qualification would be advantageous. Process safety knowledge advantageous Requires ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 qualification with auditing Must possess 5-8 years working experience in a Chemical Operating environment. Previous experience in the agrochemical industry would be advantageous. Requires demonstrated Risk Management Knowledge and Skills Must possess influencing and coaching skills Must be able to analyse and interpret data/analyses and make recommendations. Must possess good communication (verbal and written), engagement, planning, organisational, presentation, report writing and inter personal skills. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interface successfully at multiple organisational levels. Must be computer literate MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Outlook) Working knowledge of Syspro is a prerequisite. Must be able to work independently as well as within a team, use own initiative and be deadline driven. Must possess the ability to solve problems systematically Must possess strong supervisory skills Must have a sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations. Must be in possession of a valid driver's license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive. Previous experience in investigation and root cause analysis is a prerequisite. SHEQ legal knowledge * SHEQ Systems - evaluation and integration