EHS Manager

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EH&S Manager

Purpose

Direct and support all Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) functions at Dubai site and some satellite offices in the region, ensuring compliance with Givaudan processes, and regulatory standards. Youll promote cultural change by managing risk, promoting safety awareness, and advocating EHS as a core line responsibility across the site. You will balance hands-on compliance management with strategic agreement to global and local EHS programs. You will be a coach, trainer, and advisor while leading programs that safeguard employees, increase site operations, and build relationships with regulatory agencies and team members.

Core Responsibilities

• EHS leadership and strategy:
• Lead the implementation and continual improvement of EHS systems, processes, and culture.
• Advise management on EHS matters, ensuring alignment with business goals and legal and internal requirements.
• Stay updated on evolving EHS regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Risk management and compliance:
• Conduct and lead risk assessments (PRA, PSSR, Ergo) and ensure timely implementation of controls.
• Oversee compliance with all statutory EHS requirements. Ensure timely submission of regulatory documentation and maintain records.
• Monitor hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene for hazardous chemicals, and environmental parameters.
• System implementation, audits, and inspections:
• Should be conversant with RCMS System.
• Ensure compliance with all EHS legal requirements and maintain accurate records.
• Conduct internal EHS audits and Gemba Walks. Coordinate with external auditors as required.
• Emergency preparedness and response:
• Develop, review, and maintain the Site Emergency Plan; conduct regular mock drills.
• Ensure adequate numbers of trained Firefighters and First Aiders on-site.
• Incident management and CAPA:
• Promote near-miss and EHS contact reporting and ensure robust investigation of incidents.
• Track and monitor Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to closure.
• Analyse incident and near-miss trends to identify areas for improvement.
• Training, awareness, and culture building
• Prepare and implement annual EHS training calendar for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Deliver awareness sessions and trainings relevant to commercial offices and laboratories setup. Coordinate for skill-based training to employees through competent agencies.
• Organize EHS events and campaigns to strengthen safety culture.
• Form and lead the EHS Committee, ensuring effective follow-up on meeting outcomes.
• Resource and equipment management:
• Ensure the selection, provision, and availability of appropriate PPE across the site.
• Prepare purchase requests and service contracts for EHS-related supplies and equipment.
• Reporting:
• Ensure that regular EHS and sustainability reporting cycles are conducted on time with punctual data.
• Team development and collaboration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS into daily operations.
• Support Company Manager in implementing strategic initiatives.
  
  

Professional Experience

• At least 5 years of working experience in the field of EHS at Flavour and/or Fragrance, or / Specialty Chemical premises.
• Knowledge of EHS national and international standards inclusive on fire safety as well..
• Working knowledge using EHS IT tools and how those tools integrate into other functional work processes.
• Ability to influence strategic deliverables in a widely matrixed organization.
• Available to travel in the region.
  
  

Academic Background

• Bachelor of Chemical / Environmental Engineering or M. Sc. (Chemistry / Environment)
• Recognized Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
  
  

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.

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