SHEQ Manager at Vodafone Global Enterprise

What you’ll do

• Role purpose: Lead, develop, and champion the SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) strategy across all MAST operations.
• Ensure SHEQ excellence by providing strategic direction and oversight for workforce, assets, and supplier performance.
• This role is responsible for the creation, execution, and continuous improvement of comprehensive management systems and standards, ensuring proactive Site safety and security, environmental stewardship, stakeholder compliance, and exceptional quality in all processes through strategic leadership.

Who you are
Key accountabilities and decision ownership : 

Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and national regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of tower sites, equipment, and maintenance activities.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

SHEQ Strategy & Leadership: 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive SHEQ strategy aligned with the organization's overall business objectives. 
• Provide expert guidance and support to leadership and teams to ensure a culture of SHEQ excellence.

Policy Development & Governance: 

• Establish and maintain robust SHEQ policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring alignment with local and national regulations, as well as international best practices.

Risk Management & Assurance: 

• Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of SHEQ-related risks across the organization. 
• Oversee the implementation of effective risk management controls and assurance processes.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

Strategic Thinking & Planning

• Ability to develop and implement strategic SHEQ plans that align with the organization's overall business objectives.

Leadership & Influencing

•  Proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence teams and stakeholders to achieve SHEQ excellence.

Technical Expertise

•  In-depth knowledge of SHEQ principles, practices, and regulations, with a strong understanding of risk management and assurance processes.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions based on data and evidence.

Change Management

• Ability to effectively manage change and drive the adoption of new SHEQ programs and initiatives.
• Knowledge and experience – essential 
• Proven broad knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of South-Africa and its regulations, with a strong track record of a minimum of 5 years of enforcing the act and regulations.  
• In-depth knowledge of the National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 and related schedules
• Multifaceted knowledge for either or all international standards relating to ISO9001, ISO14001, OHSAS18001 or ISO45001.

Must have technical / professional qualifications: 

• A Grade 12 is essential
• Minimum related 3-year qualification/relevant professional Occupational Health and Safety qualification, preferably a diploma or Bachelor’s degree qualification
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) are highly desirable.
• A minimum 8 – 10 years relevant working experience in safety or health management roles, ideally within the specific industry with proven track record on key outputs and disciplines is essential.
• With at least 3-5 years leadership experience