Global Safety Manager

Role Overview

• Lead by example, promote and demonstrate the principles, vision and values of Alkegen
• Establish strong leadership credibility, confidence and rapport across all levels of the Business Unit
• Be the subject matter expert for all H&S matters and take the prominent role in leading the H&S agenda within the Business Unit; establish clear communication strategies to effectively share H&S updates and process improvements
• Mentor / coach H&S Managers to improve / develop management styles & behaviors in order to improve the safety culture at their respective plant
• Ensure a sense of urgency exists for H&S improvements at each facility
• Manage the Internal H&S Management System Audit program inclusive of the following elements: Audit Schedule, Auditing Development Of Robust Risk Based Corrective Action Plans, Global Audit Analysis, Management Review Process Improvement
• Develop positive external relationships to ensure all statutory requirements as defined by country-specific regulators are understood and systems to ensure compliance are developed and maintained
• Develop a deep understanding of the Business Unit operations to identify and subsequently manage common areas of risk within the Business Unit
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge and personally own all aspects of the H&S organization and performance in the Business Unit by working with the H&S professionals at each facility: H&S objectives centered on continuous improvement
• Accident and Incident Investigation (RCA) with a focus on prevention and learning
• Data Analysis
• Identify trends through key performance indicators and develop programs to address risks and gaps
• Manage and where appropriate further develop Emergency Response Programs for each facility within the Business Unit, testing via a series of live drills and desktop exercises is essential
• Support the Global H&S Director and Business Unit Operational Leads in developing, strengthening, and enhancing the H&S strategy for the Business Unit; act as the conduit between Plant Leadership & Global SHE Director
• Build adaptable and positive relationships with Operations Directors, Plant Managers, H&S Managers who report to them, operational colleagues and other support functions within the organization to create and continually improve the safety culture and performance at each plant

Requirements

• Internationally recognized Occupational H&S qualification e.g. Degree in Occupation H&S, Chartered Safety Professional
• Internationally recognized environmental qualification preferred
• Prior exposure to ISO14001 & ISO 18001 / 45001 environmental & occupational standards
• Minimum of 7 years leading H&S in a global manufacturing environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA/UK/EU safety legislation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Adaptive Coaching Skills e.g. listening, responding
• Demonstrate experience of working with formal Management of Change systems to reduce safety and operational risks
• Demonstrate experience in Process Safety Management techniques such as HAZOP is an advantage for the role
• Demonstrate experience in the application of behavioral safety management systems in order to drive an interdependent culture within a workforce
• Excellent people, communication, team building and organizational skills essential.

Benefits

• Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.