Safety Health & Environment (SHE) Officer v (3.00) [Laucala Beach - Suva]

Job Description

Viti Foods Ltd manufactures canned fish for local and export markets. Canning a range of Tuna and Mackerel products under its own brands as well as contract manufacturing for a variety of retailers and international traders ensures Viti Foods continues to produce at optimum volumes ensuring maximum factory efficiency.

The SHE Officer is responsible for process improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety and environmental laws, procedures, guidelines and specifications in the workplace for all employees, visitors and contractors. This position reports to the General Manager, Viti Foods Pte Limited.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. A regulatory and operationally compliant organization
Workplace safety is ensured. Occupational, Health and safety policies and procedures as per HASWA 1996 developed and maintained. Monthly site inspections and evaluation of the environment, equipment and processes ensured for compliance with government safety/environment regulations and industry standards. Workplace environmental compliance ensured. Environmental policies and procedures developed and maintained with alignment to local regulations. Evaluating new methods to minimize the site’s environmental impact (waste minimization, water and energy conservation, and other measures). Ensuring proper notification of all environmental incidents. Continual environmental improvement opportunities identified and programs to deliver these implemented. Accident and incident investigations and future improvement action plan development and implementation ensured Accidents and incidents are documented on required forms, investigated and improvements recommended and implemented Accident statistics and accident trend analysis maintained and remedial action taken where necessary Accidents and near-miss investigation ensured. Worker's compensation claims process handled as required Emergency evacuation procedures developed, implemented and its effectiveness monitored by undertaking fire evacuation drills on site at least twice a year. Workplace hazards eliminated at all times Systems assist in the identification and elimination of work place hazards on an on-going basis. OHS related training needs and competency gaps managed in partnership with HR on an on-going basis. A register for First Aid trainers maintained and renewals of certification and/or refresher training's initiated as required by law. A register for Fire Wardens maintained and renewals of certification and/or refresher training's initiated as required by law. Training's and awareness sessions on health and safety issues ensured. Initiate and organize safety and compliance training's for all current employees and induction training for all new recruits. Business licences and compliance certificates are re-newed timely. Compliance implementation for contracted onsite security provider ensured. Reviewing Standard Operating Procedures as required to ensure security provider is up to date with new company processes, procedures and/or policies. Induction of all new security officers on site.
2. Enterprise risk management
Company risk register updated and maintained at all times. Risk assessments carried out on a timely basis and appropriate mitigation actions taken as required. Perform assessments, reviews and investigations to determine adherence to internal controls and compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Provide analytics with recommendations to improve efficiency, the management of company resources and to minimize risk of fraud and manipulation. Develop and execute the Business Continuity Plan.
3. Process Improvement Initiatives Managed
Key projects identify, planned and implemented for significant business improvements Improved quality and reduced cost Increase productivity and improved cycle time Reduction in wasted time, scrap, rework, etc. Line studies are timely and supports informed business decisions. Industry bench-marking completed on an on-going basis Quality Circles initiative effectively managed. Management provided with project status updates, feedback, and appropriate reporting on key responsibilities and objectives.in a timely manner Trends and process variations identified and communicated as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system.
4. Well informed management
Monthly and quarterly report is timely and accurate Preparation of reports on occurrences and provide statistical information to senior management Detailed findings report on accidents and near misses presented to the General Manager with recommendations for the prevention of recurrence and implementation of approved course of action ensured on a monthly basis or as requested Presentation of risk register at risk committee meetings as required OHS and LMCC meetings ensured on quarterly basis with meeting minutes recorded and management team updated on any urgent matters Ad-hoc information requests by management for decision-making purposes provided on accurate and in a timely manner
5. Viti Foods Pte Limited's values upheld and promoted at all times
Collaborate with other teams for the benefit of the organization Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards Uphold and demonstrate the organization's image and values

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Risk Management	Analyse and manage risk.
Systems and Procedures	Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Documentation	Communicate using formal business writing.
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Operational
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Environment	Establish and maintain an environmentally friendly organisation

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Diploma	Not Specified	Tertiary qualification in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field
Desirable
Degree	Environmental Science, Business Management or Business Administration or related fields

Work Knowledge and Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
Tertiary qualification in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related field
Experience in handling of H&S investigations and formulating and implementing H&S policies and procedures
Ability to effectively manage time and prioritise multiple tasks
Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Excellent command of English both written & verbal
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
First Aid Certificate

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
All employees
External
Statutory Authorities
Regulators

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Integrity	Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Reliable	Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Perceptive	Shows keen insight and understanding of issues or situations.
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Forthright	Speaks out frankly without hesitation, showing a direct manner.
Thinking Styles
Analytic	Able to separate things into their constituent elements in order to study or examine them, draw conclusions, or solve problems.
Well organised	Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.

Laucala Beach - Suva, Fiji

Location

30 Aug 2023

Date Posted

2 years ago

Closing Date

N/A

Salary

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