Job Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a SHE Manager for their Head office. To manage Occupational health and safety, environment, quality, and security assurance for Dis-Chem. Deliver all Safety, Health and Environment related activities and ensure adherence to compliance and good Corporate Governance Standards. Responsible to identify and assess business risks and support with mitigation initiatives acceptable level for all its stakeholders.Minimum RequirementsEssential:

• Grade 12- Matric or Senior Certificate
• Diploma/Degree in Risk, Safety Management or relevant degree or SAMTRAC
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Risk/Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Management.
• Computer skills - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project)

Advantageous:

• Postgraduate qualification in Safety or Risk Management.
• Experience in incident Investigation such as 5-Why, ICAM etc.

Job SpecificationsSHE Operations Management

• Provide input into the development of plans that deliver a SHEQ Resilience Status for the group.
• Assist in the design of detailed BCM (Business Continuity Management Plan) specific to Dis-Chem to cover all kinds of business disruptions.
• Support the implementation of the business strategy and plans for all dimensions of Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ), Security and wellness.
• Execute the health and safety plans & campaigns; inspections of equipment and machinery; and investigations in the workplace according to legal guidelines and risk profiles.
• Ensure full compliance to legislation and policies such as safety related appointments, investigations, and audits.
• Implement risk policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Conduct store visits for compliance checks purposes and ensure full compliance to Safety, Health, Environment, Quality and Security regulations.

Risk Management:

• Perform risk assessments and implement preventive measures.
• Identify potential high risk exposure areas and suggest appropriate mitigation steps.
• Conduct safety inspections and adhere to established operating procedures.
• Set up processes and audits that will ensure business sites are safe from fire, floods, and break-in or any criminal activity.
• Conduct evacuation drills and exercises on how to manage emergency circumstances.
• Co-ordinate and implement the risk management strategy within the business.
• Support the Implementation of the Business Continuity Management Plan with various controls and documentation.
• Manage all contractors onsite and ensure contractor compliance.

Training and Development:

• Train and coach site managers and employees to ensure knowledge of SHEQ roles and responsibilities.
• Support training development for the business and ensure availability of SHE representatives in different business areas.
• Ensure that annual refresher training is implemented to maintain accreditations/certifications.
• Assist to implement a culture of continuous improvement and innovation through developing a hands- on understanding of business and client SHEQ needs and requirements.

Stakeholder Liaison:

• Build internal and external stakeholder relationships and facilitate compliance with statutory requirements by - Continuous monitoring across all departments; Arranging updates, briefings and training sessions as required.
• Collaborate with managers and supervisors to assist in developing safety procedures for their areas.
• Liaise with Security Management in respect of compliance with the Security Risk Policy, any physical security, risk, events, and other matters of escalation.
• Ensure effective engagement with Department of Labour and ensuring compliance with Department of Labour by providing documentation timeously.

Reporting:

• Report on Occupational, Health & Safety related activities.
• Track and report on status of actions following SHE audit findings and critical control deviations.
• Ensure that a SHE data management and reporting process are in place.
• Keeps abreast of all current and pending legislation pertaining to Occupational Health & Safety and related legislations, by-laws, and regulations, as well as the relevant Business Policies and responds to changes proactively and appropriately.
• Execute the business reporting requirements and ensure timeous investigation, routing, and reporting of incidents.
• Ensure timeous and accurate capturing of all reporting requirements including risk meetings, BCM meetings, evacuation drills, Lost Time Injury Rate, site visits, etc.
• Consolidate and report on governance, risk, and compliance onsite and provide management with information to evaluate and improve SHEQ performance.
• Adhere to Dis-Chem Policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety rules and regulations.

CompetenciesEssential:

• In Depth Knowledge and understanding of SHEQ related legislation. Knowledge of relevant SHEQ Management Systems (Not limited to ISO 140001, ISO18001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001. ISO 31000 & ISO 27001)
• Follows fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards when committing fiscal resources.
• Strong command of the English language
• Ability to solve problems
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and time management
• Strong leadership Skills
• Builds constructive working relationships characterised by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect. Designs and implements SHEQ guidelines to improve Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ), Security and wellness.
• Designs and implements SHEQ guidelines to improve Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ), Security and wellness.
• Enables co-workers to grow and succeed through feedback, instruction, and encouragement.

Special conditions of employment:

• Be able to support the business after normal working hours.
• Must be physically fit.
• Be able to travel to different regions when required.
• South African citizen
• MIE, no criminal record, and clear credit rating
• Driver's license and own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

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