Job Vacancy for Operational Integrity (QHSE) Representative in Kenya 2013
Our client, an international organization dealing with accreditation and certifications, require
Operational Integrity (QHSE) Representative
Primary Responsibility
The Operational Integrity (QHSE) Representative position is an existing role with the main objective of ensuring technical QHSE compliance in all areas of Operational Integrity within their assigned locations of responsibility.
The key objectives of the positions are as follows
- In cooperation with the Manager – Operational Integrity and other regional and Global staff, assist with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the technical aspects of Operational Integrity Management System, programs and processes.
- Serve as the local client subject matter expert for emergency management and business in continuity at the local level.
- Provides competency-based training for the development of the client staff in delivering Operational Integrity services.
- Provide OEL, medical e.g. internal industrial hygiene services for client (e.g. hygiene monitoring strategies, methodology, training to comply with client corporate standards and local legislation)
- Support client Global Operational Integrity initiatives in health and hygiene e.g. OEL, medical surveillance etc.
- Coordinate with external hygiene consultancy and analyst services and assure the quality of their deliverables.
- Identification of Operational Integrity best practices throughout the local area of responsibility for distribution within the Best Practices Network.
- Serve as the client subject matter representative for OIMS to staff, including:
- Monitoring QHSE objective.
- Assessing the local risks
- Assisting in implementation of local QHSE procedures, work instructions and checklist as required.
- Preparing and monitoring QHSE plans that define how the OIMS is implemented at location level.
- Monitoring compliance to policies, standards and procedures.
- Stay current with latest industry standards and client procedure.
- Assist in other duties as assigned.
Travel on site to support client staff and managers on the ground within the business line throughout the assigned area of responsibility. Approximately 30% travel is expected in the first 2 years of the assignment.
The main focus for this position is placed on long term technical skill management and providing technical oversight of Operational Integrity of staff for client in the assigned locations.
Reporting To: Manager – Operational Integrity (direct reporting line)
Reporting To: Manager – Operational Integrity (direct reporting line)
Profile of Ideal Candidate:
Education: Science or Engineering Degree or equivalent strongly preferred; professional Health, Safety or Environment certification(s) are desirable, specifically CIH, CSP,NEBOSH or equivalent.
Languages: Fluency in English, is a must; knowledge of other languages is a plus
Professional Skills and Qualifications
- 5 years of relevant track record or 1 year of expertise in the QHSE field
- Familiarity with the key aspects of communications well as indirect/remote training principles and the importance of influencing skills.
- Good understanding of business and business processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of applicable QHSE regulation, concepts and trends and ability to understand and interpret mandatory regulations and their impact ton local operations.
- Ability to delve into site specific details and develop solutions to complex QHSE issue.
- Good understanding and demonstrable experience in assisting with the creation and maintenance of a positive health and safety culture, achieving the right balance between rules and values.
Personal Characteristics
- Personality that conveys poise and credibility with high levels of convincing and influencing skills to gain the trust and respect of the local management.
- Show strong initiative and able to work autonomously with regular communication the Manager – Operational Integrity.
- Act quickly and decisively, willing to demonstrate courage and address difficult issues.
- Excellent communication interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with different groups of diverse needs and requirements in a motivational manner.
- Team player with ability to drive results and to motivate the performance of others.
- Demonstrates determination and persistence, high levels of resilience and the ability to cope with pressure, refusing to give up when faced with difficulty and continues steadily and firmly to achieve the business objective.
- A hands on person that likes being close to the business.
- Solutions oriented personality with analytical thinking.
- Applies good judgment and acts according to client standards of ethics and integrity.
- Genuine, open, honest and straight forward personality that appreciates direct personal communication.
All applications by 2nd September 2013 to careersinafrika@gmail.com
Only qualified candidates will be communicated to