SHEQ Supervisor - Chemical Manufacturing at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking the above to drive SHEQ risk management, ensure compliance, implement SHEQ strategy, and develop SHEQ competencies across the company and distribution networks.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have Grade 12 (Matric) with a post matric qualification in Safety, Environmental, Engineering or equivalent; A Management/Supervisory qualification would be advantageous
• ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 qualification with auditing is required
• Minimum 5-8 years’ working experience in a Chemical Operating environment
• Process safety knowledge is advantageous
• Previous experience in the agrochemical industry would be advantageous
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of risk management and skills
• Must possess influencing and coaching skills
• Must be able to analyze and interpret data/analyses and make recommendations
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interface successfully at multiple organizational levels
• Working knowledge of Syspro is a prerequisite
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team, use own initiative and be deadline driven
• Must possess the ability to solve problems systematically
• Must possess strong supervisory skills
• Must have sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations
• Previous experience in investigation and root cause analysis is a prerequisite
• SHEQ legal knowledge is advantageous
• Proven ability to evaluate and integrate SHEQ systems is required
• Must possess good communication (verbal and written), engagement, planning, organizational, presentation, report writing and interpersonal skills
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Outlook)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that production personnel, contractors, drivers, and site visitors are receiving SHE induction before entering production areas.
• Monitoring the implementation of safe work procedures and maintaining and updating all relevant SHEQ-related documentation and records.
• Ensuring firefighting equipment, safety, and emergency response equipment are being serviced and inspected within the required timeframes.
• Carrying out the monitoring and measurement of SHEQ statistics (man-hours, electricity usage, incidents, near misses, gas usage, audits completed, non-conformances, etc.).
• Assisting in the development and implementation of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and in offices.
• Ensuring that emergency plans are being communicated to staff and visitors.
• Reviewing data and providing feedback on Contractor SHEQ files.
• Facilitating SHEQ Risk Assessments (RAs).
• Developing and implementing SHEQ controls.
• Conducting SHEQ incident investigations, root cause analyses, and facilitating learning.
• Maintaining SHEQ Management Systems (e.g., ISO, PSM, CAIA, etc.).
• Ensuring the effectiveness of SHEQ Management Systems (e.g., ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, PSM, etc.).
• Developing SHEQ training material and facilitating SHEQ training.
• Coordinating internal and external audits and inspections.
• Coordinating annual medicals and compliance to COID.
• Monitoring compliance with SHEQ legal requirements (including permits and legislation).
• Ensuring effective management of the SHEQ budget.
• Ensuring contractor files are being kept updated as per the site’s SHE specifications.
• Ensuring the Management of Change process is being effectively managed and records are being maintained.