EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL)

• Minimum Level 8 in OHS discipline from an accredited institution.

TRAINING / EXPERIENCE (DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL)

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in GMP production environment, preferably in medical device or pharma industry.

SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Develop and lead the site safety management with a view to attaining ISO45001.
• Conduct Risk Assessments, JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) and safety reviews.
• Develop and maintain Housekeeping and 6S program requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver OHS training programs to employees.
• Drive safety culture through employee engagement and communication (site induction, toolbox talks, etc.) to ensure personnel are understanding of their duties and responsibilities.
• Manage and maintain emergency response and security programs including fire safety, site security and business continuity planning.
• Liaise with contractors for safe working practices, RAMs, method statements, insurance certs.
• Liaise with consultants for specialist requirements: ATEX, chemicals, occupational noise, industrial hygiene etc.
• Ensure that inspection records are maintained and preserved for all activities and plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with EHS laws, standards, corporate policies and insurance requirements.
• Provide OHS guidance for change management processes, including review and approval of equipment and machinery modifications and process changes.
• Participate in pre-start up safety reviews, internal and external auditing, site safety inspections and walkdowns.
• Achieve a series of effective EHS KPI’s for the site.
• Support Company quality programs and initiatives.