Current Vacancies at DSM-Firmenich

Your key responsibilities

• Contribute to country strategy and policy in collaboration with the Site Manager and ANH Sales Operating Unit Director.
• Define and manage the Manufacturing Plan for the premix plant aligned with ANH PMX Operations' operational and strategic goals.
• Ensure effective production planning and demand execution for customer satisfaction.
• Establish, maintain, and communicate the management system (SHE, Q, DICI) and ensure compliance.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents, and near misses to enhance safety measures.
• Manage the installation with technical, safe, and environmentally compliant practices, adhering to dsm-firmenich requirements and relevant best practices.

We bring

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

You bring

• Relevant education and/or experience as a Production Manager or Supervisor in feed or food operations.
• Proficiency in SAP and relevant Process Control Systems (PCS), indicating a familiarity with advanced technological tools.
• Tertiary qualifications and Dry Blend Manufacturing experience
• Background in project management, showcasing the ability to oversee and implement projects effectively while exhibiting budgetary discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environment standards within a chemical manufacturing context
• Fluency in English, ensuring effective communication in a global business environment.

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The Position

Key areas of accountability/responsibility

• SHE Inspections and Gemba walks.
• conduct induction and SHE awareness training sessions.    
• Assist in the review of departmental SHE procedures.
• Promote safety initiatives.
• Compile and maintain relevant registers to ensure compliance.
• Calibration of SHE monitoring equipment.
• Administrative duties as required.
• Maintain compliance with all DSM SHE Requirements.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Assist SHE Officer in the compilation of the Department’s annual budget.

Contractor Management:

• Manage contractors SHE Requirements in respect of new projects.
• Review and approve contractor SHE Plan and the overall SHE File
• Conduct regular audits for the project duration.

Risk Management:

• Assist in the review of Risk Assessment, Machine Safety Risk Assessments, Process Safety (HAZOP), Health Risk Assessments, HCS assessment and ATEX assessment.
• Conduct management of change risk assessments.

Reports:

• Ensure hygiene surveys are conducted by external service provider as per legal requirements.
• Liaise with local authorities on matters related to SHE.
• Lifesaving rule monthly audits.
• OEL Monitoring in production areas.
• Compilation of statistics and analysis of SHE trends.
• Contribute to the compilation of SHE KPI reports.

The Ideal

The required qualifications, experience and competencies will are:

• A National Diploma in Safety Management or Environmental Management.
• 3 years of experience in similar positions.
• SAMTRAC or NEBOSH added advantage.
• Good working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act; ISO 45001 and/ ISO 14001.
• In depth knowledge of SA legislation and procedures.
• Knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Experience in report writing.
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and explain health and safety topics