Safety Facilitator at International Breweries

Job Purpose

• The primary function of this position is to To provide support to operational and line management to ensure the functioning of a comprehensive and professional Occupational Health and Safety System.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance to the applicable Occupational Health & Safety Act
• To monitor and advise on the implementation of the Safety VPO Pillar in the plant and associated wet depot / warehouse
• Ensure work-place hazards are identified and communicated to all staff
• Track leading Safety KPI’s and support interventions to improve
• Promote awareness of occupational safety and the VPO Safety programme
• Briefs section heads and workers regarding the functions and responsibilities of health and safety representatives and committees. 
• Training and coaching SHE, induction and FPA to all employees, service providers, contractors and visitors. 
• Prepares standards and documentation for VPO Safety Pillar C2C.
• Conducts VPO Safety Pillar audits. 
• Conducts pre-commissioning checks on new plant. 
• Audits critical job policies and procedures and addresses non-compliance with relevant persons. 
• Identifies and assesses training needs and addresses same. 
• Identifies organises and conducts safety training required within or out with  the organisation, for various sections. 
• Conducts induction for contractors. 
• Investigates, compiles and distributes accident/incident reports. 
• Ensures corrective steps to ensure Legal compliance (OHSA or relevant Act)

Profile

• Occupational & Health Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering and/or any other related Engineering discipline
• 2-3 Years as Safety Facilitator or equivalent position 
• Understanding of ABInBev Safety, Health & Environmental Management Systems (VPO).
• Any of the following certifications will be an added advantage – NEBOSH, Fire prevention, Safety Legal compliance certification, Health and Environment lead auditor’s certification and Incident Investigation Course – Accredited Institute

Traits & Competences Required:

• Communication skills (verbal and written).
• Attention to detail. Ability to interpret legislation and policies. 
• Numerate. 
• Training, Report writing & Planning skills.