H&S Specialist

Bridgestone

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Brits - South Africa

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 17 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Job Purpose

The Health & Safety Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining safety protocols procedures and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. They will oversee safety training conduct regular inspections investigate accidents and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks and prevent incidents

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement safety policies procedures and programs in compliance with EMIA local provincial national regulations.

Conduct regular safety inspections of equipment machinery and facilities to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Provide safety training to plant personnel on topics such as hazard recognition proper equipment usage emergency procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.

Be a root cause specialist during accidents incidents and near misses investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and help guideline led investigations.

Maintain records of safety inspections training sessions and accident investigations.

Collaborate with management Process Leads ODMs and personnel to promote a safety-conscious culture and encourage active participation in safety initiatives.

Stay updated on industry best practices emerging trends and regulatory changes related to safety in tire manufacturing.

Conduct risk assessments JSA and recommend measures to minimize occupational hazards and environmental impact.

Participate in safety committees meetings and audits to assess and improve safety performance.

Participate in HSE contractor vetting accreditations and management.

Conduct periodic Contractor: Collaborate with procurement in implementing HSE requirements throughout the end-to-end procurement process.

Monitor and enforce compliance with safety regulations and company policies among contractors and visitors.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education Master other certification:

Bachelors degree in occupational health and safety Industrial Engineering or related field.

Certification in occupational health and safety e.g. Certified Safety Professional Certified Machinery Safety Expert : Safety; Nebosh certificate) preferred.

Experience (years):

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a safety role within a manufacturing environment preferably in tire manufacturing.

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of safety regulations and standards including OHS requirements.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively train communicate and collaborate with employees at all levels.

Analytical mindset with the ability to conduct thorough investigations and risk assessments.

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with safety management software is a plus.

Demonstrated leadership abilities and the capability to drive change and foster a safety culture.

Physical ability to perform safety inspections and respond to emergencies as needed.

Languages Skills:

Proficiency in English is essential

Soft/Behavioral Skills:

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Collaboration and Teamwork

Cultural Sensitivity Customer Orientation

Proactiveness Conflict Resolution


Required Experience:

IC

Job Purpose The Health & Safety Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining safety protocols procedures and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. They will oversee safety training conduct regular inspections investigate accidents and recommend correc...
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Key Skills

  • Sales Experience
  • Crane
  • Customer Service
  • Communication skills
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Microsoft Word
  • Case Management
  • OSHA
  • Team Management
  • Catheterization
  • Microsoft Outlook Calendar
  • EHS

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