Safety Manager

Overview

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement H&S policies, procedures, and safety ensuring alignment with applicable legislation and company standards.
• Manage and execution of Health & Safety strategies, initiatives and plans to ensure departmental objectives are achieved.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership to projects and operations teams on all aspects of health and safety.
• Ensure all worksites, including but not limited to; branches, workshops, and yards, are fully compliant with company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and enforce H&S plans in line with company procedures and client expectations.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain transportation safety programs and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Oversee and ensure the effectiveness of safety training programs (e.g., firefighting, defensive driving on-road and off-roadand first aid).
• Conduct and lead regular inspections and audits across all operational areas to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Identify, assess, and control workplace hazards, ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
• Lead risk assessments and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Direct and oversee incident and accident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective/preventive actions are implemented.
• Monitor and evaluate H&S performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement and reporting to senior management.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the organization through leadership, communication,and engagement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the H&S team, ensuring capability development and high performance.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, auditors, and clients, as required.