Location: Eswatini
EHB was established in 1988 through the National Housing Board Act No. 3 (the Act). EHB is a Category A Public Enterprise which reports to the Government through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (MHUD). On behalf of our client, Eswatini Housing Board (EHB) we invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the position of SHEQ Manager.
SHEQ Manager
The primary role of the position is to oversee the safety, health environment, and quality assurance side of the business operations. This is done through the development, management, supervision and coordination of SHEQ business systems to ensure that the services and products meet the highest quality standards and that the working practices are delivered safely and in compliance with SHEQ-related legislation. This position reports to the Head of Human Resource.
Key Responsibilities
o Development and implementation of SHEQ management systems.
o Identify and advise appropriate SHEQ management systems for implementation by EHB
o Lead the implementation of approved SHEQ management systems.
o Development of the SHEQ programme ( Risk Assessments, Audits, Incident Management, Occupational medical assessments, emergency preparedness and response).
o Conducting SHEQ awareness gaps and development of a SHEQ training plan.
o Advise EHB on all aspects relating to SHEQ, and lead the implementation of SHEQ management systems and relevant legislation.
o Maintain the SHEQ management system, including ensuring compliance with applicable legislation.
o Advise EHB on appropriate SHEQ policies and procedures.
o Coordinate occupational health medical examinations for employees of EHB.
o Oversee the functions of the SHEQ committee.
o Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting on all SHEQ-related issues relating to EHB.
o Review incident investigation reports and enforce corrective action.
o Define EHB SHEQ requirements for contractors and suppliers.
o Prepare and monitor plans and budgets for the SHEQ function.
o Manage performance and development of direct reports.
o Prepare audit plan and site inspection schedules for the approval of the Head of HR.
o Coordinate internal and external audits.
o Follow up on audit results and inspections and enforce corrective action.
o Participate in disciplinary action taken against individuals for serious safety-related transgressions.
o Advise EHB on the latest developments/trends locally and globally.
o Drive the implementation of ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 at EHB.
o Formulate employee wellness strategies to promote employee wellbeing
o Promote awareness of the wellness strategies
o Maintain statistical records on wellness initiatives and advise management in support of operational objectives
o Perform any other duties as may be reasonably assigned.
Minimum requirements
o Bachelor's degree in health, safety and environmental management or related field.
o Training in first aid, basic firefighting and incident investigation.
o Specialized SHEQ training and exposure to SHEQ management systems.
o At least 5 years experience in the implementation of SHEQ management systems and legislation.
o 2 years of management experience.
Applications for this position are now closed
