Environmental Health & Safety Executive Job Vacancy at BAT in Nairobi Kenya November 2014
British American Tobacco Kenya
We have an exciting opportunity within our Operations function.
Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Executive
Reporting to: Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Purpose Statement: The incumbent is responsible for implementation and maintenance of the best practices of environment, health and safety standards within the Nairobi factory in line with legal and corporate requirements.
Key Accountabilities
- Inspection of the premises for identification and elimination of activities/situations that may be regarded as potential hazards
- Monitoring of contractors’ activities for compliance to the EHS guidelines and Permit To Work process
- Inducting all new employees and contractor on the EHS guideline.
- Review and update of risk assessments for the site operations.
- Prepare and plan for EHS in-house trainings
- Participate in incident accident investigations
- Monitor waste management/segregation process
- Management of the fumigation and pest control programme
- Ensure availability of adequate number of trained first aiders, fire fighters and ambulance drivers.
- Ensure on time in full implementation of the fire protection contracts, fumigation contract and effluent treatment contracts.
- Ensure availability of adequate and quality personal protective equipment.
- Coordinate internal EHS reviews and audits for factory operations and 3rd party contractor services
- Preparation and management of all EHS records and documentation
- Coordinate the various statutory/corporate medical checkups for staff and contractors onsite.
- Liaise with external auditors for statutory audits, Government inspectors for facilitation of inspections and other external stakeholders on EHS issues.
- Develop and implement ideas that will enhance EHS awareness across the business.
- Ensure compliance of EHS requirements for key site projects
Skills and Experience
- 2-3 years working in a FMCG factory in a similar position.
- Degree in Engineering
- Qualification in EHS will be an added advantage
- Interpersonal skills: Effective communication and influencing skills
- Sound understanding of risk management principles and their application in business
Equity Statement: British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer
General: The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate
To apply please visit www.bat.com