EHS Operations Manager - Kenya

The Role:
Provide an in-country focal point for all operational EHS.
To manage the in-field EHS activities
To provide advice on the development of EHS policies, systems and procedures in support of exploration activities.
To provide assurance to the Kenya management team on compliance with regulatory requirements.
To provide assurance through audit processes that EHS requirements are being achieved.
To monitor Contractor performance and provide assurance of compliance with Contractor procedures and Company/ Contractor bridging documents.
To provide coaching to field EHS team.
Coordinate EHS aspects of operational sites, including risk assessments, approvals, inspections, audits, drills, training and workforce awareness
Implement Corporate EHS initiatives across operational sites
Monitor compliance with EHS policies and procedures
Monthly compilation and reporting of EHS information and statistics
Manage Company's Kenyas incident investigation and reporting requirements, including submission of incident details in Emex and leading/participating in investigations
Support local management in ensuring that actions arising from incidents and EHS audits are identified, resolved and closed out
Provide an appropriate level of EHS Supervision to contracting companies in managing their operations and perform EHS verification compliance of contractors
Implement and coordinate local ER arrangements and teams, ensuring adequate provision of personnel and facilities.
Member of Incident Management team (IMT), including requirement to be on the call-out rota.

Essential Skills / Qualifications:
Tertiary qualification in Safety/Environmental Sciences, Geology, Geological Engineering or other related field
NEBOSH certificate or similar is minimum EHS qualification
At least ten years working EHS experience in the extractive industry, preferably in onshore exploration
Proven experience of managing EHS in remote operations
Knowledge of identification & control measures of operational risks/hazards in operational sites
Demonstrated knowledge and experience on the development and roll-out of EHS management systems in accordance with recognized international standardsMotivated self-starter with a passion for EHS
Able to manage EHS activities in multiple locations with minimal supervision, splitting time between office & field environments
Adaptable in fast changing environments and able to deliver results through a pragmatic and positive approach
Motivates and influences others in the delivery of good EHS performance
Thorough knowledge of EHS regulator

About Fircroft:
Fircroft is a leading provider of technical recruitment solutions to a number of specialist industries, active in over 30 countries worldwide. Our key sectors include: Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals & Process, Automotive & Aerospace, Nuclear & Power, Mining & Minerals and General Engineering.

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