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Safety, Health & Environment Lead

AT Diageo
Diageo

Safety, Health & Environment Lead

Nairobi, Kenya

Application deadline: 25th October

About us

EABL operates within a multi-Site, multi -cultural, multi-national environment geared to leverage diversity for strong business outcomes.

The business is a leading value, mainstream and premium drinks company in the EABL Group and the biggest single site within the Diageo Group. It operates brewing, bottling, canning and kegging operations with beer, spirits, non-alcoholic and ready to drink products in its portfolio. To deliver its ambition of being the leading beverage industry and to ensure consistent growth in a challenging business environment, it is important that the business focuses on its technical operations & capacity building while ensuring that the stakeholder and customer value is consistently managed and improved. The business ensures that the brands innovation and renovations implementation are supported and protected with people who have the right technical capability to deliver stretch and ambitious goals in a sustainable operating environment.

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This role will be involved in preventing accidents and injuries, guidance and, advisory on SHE regulatory policies, best practices in the industry, fire risk management for the UDV site. The incumbent will be involved in developing and updating safety policies as well as implementing and making sure that staffs follow these policies, practices, and laws.

This role works closely with the Operations team, Contractors, Security, Risk manager, engineering, production, and Human Resources to manage and co-ordinate occupational safety, health, and environment systems at KBL Supply- UDV Site. There is also regular contact with external service providers such as global Diageo governance team, City fire brigade, emergency, and rescue services, DOHSS, NEMA, KEBS, external risk auditors and corporate system auditors.

Purpose of role
  • The role of the Safety, Health and Environment Manager and fire risk management is to direct, manage and co-ordinate Safety, Occupational Health, global management systems, environment, and fire risk systems at UDV.
  • This is achieved through generation of Occupational Health and Safety awareness, driving adherence to statutory safety requirements, availability of safety standards, development of safe methods of work, provision of emergency and crisis handling resources, environment compliance and fire risk management.
  • On fire, this includes maintenance and review of compliance for new capex projects.
  • The role will also include fire systems advisory for the other KBL sites.


Key accountabilities

Lead development and review of KBL health, safety and environment management systems and procedures; -
  • Safety policy implementation and review.
  • Fire system management which includes:
  • Maintenance.
  • Reviews of adequacy for new capex installations.
  • Changes in the fire standards and phase out where appropriate'
  • Safety training to support competence development.
  • Safe working methods for both FTE and contracted staff through training
  • Manage environment aspects to ensure compliance.
  • Advising on change management of key stakeholders/processes impacting on health, safety and environment.


Benchmark, draw, implement and manage UDV Site safety & environment performance program; -
  • Development of safety, health and environment strategies, plans/objectives.
  • Annual safety & environment LTO and other internal audits.
  • Monthly safety performance reports.
  • Accident investigation and reporting.
  • Safety promotion programs to all stakeholders.
  • Lead implementation of Sever Fatal Injury prevention program SFIP


Management of occupational health, safety and environment compliance programs; -
  • Keeping abreast with new OHS & environment legislation and advising management accordingly.
  • Planning for annual OHS, Environment, Fire rules and regulations, Radiation and ISO 45001/ 14001 audits and enforcement of corrective actions arising thereof.
  • Relationship management with OHS regulatory authorities.
  • Knowledge of local legislation
  • Knowledge of international legislation - UK version
  • Is a member of the KBL Food Safety Committee
  • Ensure Implementation of Food safety, Quality, Environment and Safety Management Systems according to FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 requirements respectively.


Lead development and review of UDV environment management systems and procedures; -
  • Training stakeholders for competence improvement.
  • Develop lead indicators in the area of safety and environment for supply and Implement those and ensure effective tracking process.
  • Guide and ensure local legislation is adhered to with respect to discharge parameters and air quality
  • Guide and oversee waste management programs in aim of reducing waste, increasing reuse / recycling and minimizing incineration
  • Guide and oversee implementation of pest control initiatives


Supporting site risk management systems
  • Enforcement and adherence to statutory inspections
  • Development of fire safety strategies, emergency response procedures and training of emergency response teams to handle first line emergencies.
  • Overall accountable for occupational health and safety programs at UDV site including Blending, Packaging, Engineering and Capex.
  • Implement controls in line with Food safety, Quality, Environment, Health and Safety Management Systems according to FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements respectively


Qualifications and Experience Required:

Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering disciplines
  • Nebosh International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
  • Training in Environment and OHS law and management.
  • Possession of Assessor/Lead Assessor certificate for OHSAS.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of integrated management systems ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 standards plus any other management systems that may apply.


Experience
  • At least 8 (eight) years management experience in a food or manufacturing Industry, at least 3 (three) years of which must be in first line management.
  • Experience in OHS management disciplines, incident investigation and route cause analysis, dealing with external authorities and managing/coordinating within a multi-site and multi-cultural environment.
  • Experience in driving safety performance of the Business Unit to minimize risks, maximize opportunities, and enhance reputation for the system. Special focus on occupational safety and health practices

Client-provided location(s): Kampala Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Job ID: Diageo-JR1104365
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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