Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Safety and Planning

Develop long-term safety and health strategies in alignment with company goals. Collaborate with senior management to integrate safety objectives into the organization’s broader mission.

2. Program Management

Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive safety and health programs across the organization. Ensure continuous improvement and adaptation of safety programs based on evaluations and changing industry standards.

3. Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and supervise SO1 and SO2 personnel, ensuring they perform their roles effectively. Organized and manage the safety department or team, including resource allocation and budgeting.

4. Advanced Risk Management

Conduct advanced risk assessments and hazards analyses across various sectors of the company. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies at an organizational level.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

Represent the organization in discussions with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and other external stakeholders. Coordinate with other departments or units to ensure company-wide adherence to safety standards.

6. Training and Development Oversight

Supervise and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs conducted by junior safety officers. Identify the need for and facilitate advanced safety training and professional development opportunities for the safety team.

7. Policy and Standard Formulation

Draft, revise, and update internal safety policies, standards, and guidelines. Ensure alignment with national and international safety standards and best practices.

8. Complex Incident Investigation

Lead investigations into major incidents or systemic safety issues, employing advanced investigative techniques. Provide recommendations to senior management based on findings.

9. Safety and Crisis Management

Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization, driving behavioral change and commitment at all levels. Organize and lead safety awareness campaigns or events.

10. Emergency and Crisis Management

Plan and lead the response to emergencies or crises that might impact a significant portion of the organization or its reputation. Collaborate with external agencies and partners during such events.

11. Compliance and Audit

Oversee regular internal safety audits and inspections. Prepare for and liaise with external auditors or regulatory bodies during their inspections.

12. Technological Integration

Evaluate and integrate advanced safety technologies, tools, or software solutions to enhance safety performance across the organization.