Spec: Occupation Health and Safety at BCX

 Core Description 
Responsible and accountable to provide input into an integrated infrastructure and resources risk (OHS and Security) strategy for BCX which is applicable to the entire organisation and across its retail assets, data centres, masts, towers, exchanges as well as general buildings and offices. 
Accountable and responsible to implement and oversee the OHS related components of the integrated infrastructure and resources risk (OHS and Security) strategy through OHS policies and procedures. Responsible for putting measures in place to ensure all OHS related governance, compliance and legislative requirements are adhered to by all employees (permanent and non-permanent), sub-contractors, suppliers and service providers.

• Provide leadership to the OHS team and ensure optimum performance. Key Deliverables / Primary Functions 
•  Provide input into an integrated OHS and Security strategy for BCX.
•  Provide technical expertise, leadership, and support for all OHS initiatives.
•  Ensure the development, planning, and implementation of OHSD policies and procedures in compliance with local Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other legislative bodies' rules and regulations.
•  Compile and manage the OHS budget.
•  Provide leadership and direction to the OHS division to ensure effective and efficient OHS operations.
•  Provide input to development of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan; and ensure implementation and administration thereof.
•  Provide input to OHS and security implementation plan - Execute relevant programs throughout the entire organization that will ensure the entrenchment of a world-class and OHS compliance culture.
•  Compile and analyse OHS trend reports and ensure the implementation of preventative measures.
•  Develop required annual OHS plans and reports for submission to the required legislative bodies.
•  Ensure the optimization, effectiveness and efficiency of all OHS aspects of BCX facilities. - This includes leveraging technology and systems to create processes and support systems that are sustainable and scalable.
•  Implementation of a consistent Risk Management framework that supports the achievement of CRES's overall & objectives.
•  Provide inputs to policy, supporting guidance & procedures on risk management to be applied across CRES, to the CRES Audit & Risk Committees.
•  Execute OHS related risk management activities across CRES, ensuring Risk Policy statements are met.
•  Audit BCX policies, processes, practices and tools to ensure adherence to legislative requirement.
•  Drive adherence to relevant SHE and wellness legislation, policies and procedures.
•  Operational management of OHS inspections and IOD#s
•  Responsible and accountable for effectively leading, managing and developing the OHS team to ensure execution excellence.
•  Support the development of divisional budget, expenditure and performance reporting.
•  Directs and oversee implementation of the division work plan, assigned work, activities, and projects Partner with HR, IT, Procurement and other Shared Services groups in the delivery of coordinated solutions to internal customers.

  Core Functional Skills & Knowledge 

• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• COID Act
• Incident Management
• OHS Legislation and Legislative Terminology

Governance Compliance

• Disaster
• Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
• Report writing
• Deep and proven knowledge of Workplace industry best practices and trends
• Risk Management
• Mitigation

 Core Behavioural Competencies

•  Job Match
•  Developing and implementing account plan or strategy
•  Meeting customer expectations
• People / Team Leadership
• Decision Making
•  Communication and Impact Minimum

Qualifications

• NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Risk/Compliance Management or Safety Management will be an advantage OR NQF 4: Grade 12

Additional Qualification preferred or advantage Experience 

• 5 Years relevant experience in OHS field, of which at least 2 years on supervisory level in a comparable large company Certifications ISO Level of Engagement & Span of Control 
• Relevant Stakeholders Special Requirements/ Employment Condition Valid Drivers license Ability to work extended /long hours as and when required