HSE Specialist at Bayer

Main Purpose

• Co-ordinating and Leading HSE at both operational and leadership levels and be responsible for provision of a safe and secure working environment for employees, contractors and visitors.
• Site specialist in terms of know how in relation to HSE matters and a key point of contact for the site in relation to both Africa and Europe regions in implementation of key lessons learned and best practices.
• The hazardous waste incinerator always operates within the Atmospheric Emission License (AEL) conditions to keep our License to Operate including liaising with licensing authorities.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Implement HSE Policy (Commitment) through maintenance and sustainability of ISO 14001 (EMS) and ISO 45001 (OHSMS). 
• Facilitate and Lead Identification of Hazards and Assessments of Risks (Baseline and Task Risk assessments) including unsafe acts and operational conditions throughout the site.
• Ensure that all tasks performed have risk assessments and control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Carry out operational inspections highlighting areas of concerns with regards to safety and recommend corrective measures. 
• Drive and Lead Health, Safety and Environment at operational level by being in close to the customer (entire site), through provision of direction, guidance, support and knowhow. 
• Co-ordinate, Lead and Facilitate investigation of minor and recordable incidents and execution of corrective actions.
• Participate in HSE internal, certifications, Bayer Global and customer’s audits including government inspections (Department of Labour) and other departments (EMI, DEFF, GDARD) etc.
• Schedule and organize all legally required training, inspections and audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Coordinate and Lead contractor management on site by ensuring that all contractors comply with minimum requirements of the Construction Regulations Act.
• All bylaws' permits up to date and limits adhered too including AEL, Effluent, Storage of Dangerous Chemicals, Canteen etc.
• Responsible for improving working conditions by engaging with employees, seeking improvement ideas and solutions for better working conditions, be a challenger of status quo.
• Participate in EMEA HSE Forums, be a key contact person for implementation of lessons learned and measures to prevent high severity incidents.
• Drive and Co-ordinate HSE awareness through training, QHSE bulletins, Safety moments, Safety days, Wellness days etc.
• Oversee operation of the hazardous waste incinerator and ensure its operated safely, within the limits of the AEL and without air pollution complaints and incidents.

Key Working Relations

• Reports to Sustainability Unit Lead
• The entire site in relation to the Health and Safety, Environment Systems.
• Governmental Departments and Authorities
• Regional HSE Experts and Forums

Qualifications & Competencies

• B-Tech in Safety Management or Chemical Engineering with a chemical background a must.
• Have a minimum of 10 years’ working experience of which 5 years as a HSE Specialist or Manager in a chemical plant.
• Be active, energetic, challenger of status quo, innovative, initiatives taker, self-starter, confident and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Be able to work and handle pressure during audits, incidents and government inspections.

Deadline:24th June,2025