Health, Safety and Environmental Technician

Job Summary:

The Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Technician - Level I provides technical support on health, safety, and environmental matters to production and site personnel under the guidance of the site HSE leader. This role involves assisting in the review and sustainability of Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems, implementing hazard identification, incident investigation, and risk assessment processes, and supporting HSE initiatives to promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Compliance:
  • Maintain skills and knowledge required to perform job duties effectively.
  • Develop an understanding of corporate-driven HSE initiatives, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of hazard identification, incident investigation, and risk assessment processes.
  • Participate in HSE inspection and audit programs.
  • Assist in the reporting and closure of corrective and preventive actions for incidents and hazards.
  • Ensure confidentiality and appropriate recordkeeping standards in line with corporate data protection and retention requirements.
• HSE Awareness and Communication:
  • Communicate effectively to create HSE awareness among employees.
  • Participate in environmental management activities and support health, safety, environmental, and wellness initiatives.
  • Engage in local employee engagement initiatives to drive an interdependent safety culture.
• Quality Assurance and Documentation:
  • Follow all applicable standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures.
  • Perform quality checks and inspections to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
  • Identify and control non-conforming material to maintain quality standards.
• Team Collaboration and Development:
  • Communicate effectively with the assigned team and all support teams.
  • Complete training and personal development in line with business requirements.
  • Actively participate in initiatives to improve quality, safety, process efficiency, material flow, and employee development.

Skills Required:

• Technical Skills:
  • Good experience and knowledge of the operation and maintenance of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP).
  • Familiarity with various types of environmental legal and other compliances.
  • Competency in computer skills, especially in MS Office applications.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Effective communication skills for creating HSE awareness and collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and participate in employee engagement initiatives.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making:
  • Analytical skills to support incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Ability to assess hazards and prioritize risks to implement effective control measures.
• Flexibility and Adaptability:
  • Willingness to work in the second shift and, if required, in the third shift to meet business needs.
  • Adaptability to participate in various environmental management activities and compliance initiatives.

Competencies:

• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and challenges with urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Being Resilient: Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage: Steps up to address difficult issues and says what needs to be said.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Uses feedback and reflection to gain insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Nimble Learning: Actively learns through experimentation, using successes and failures as learning opportunities.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Identifies the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champions proactive health and safety behaviors to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
• Health, Safety and Environment Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Conducts evidence-based investigations with accurate root cause analysis, ensuring effective corrective actions and accurate reporting.
• Health, Safety and Environment Management Systems: Applies international standards to achieve and maintain effective management systems and external certification.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluates hazards using hazard identification and risk assessment techniques to implement control measures that minimize risks.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value of diverse perspectives and cultures within the organization.

Qualifications and Education:

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience meeting applicable regulations.
• College, University, or equivalent degree in Industrial Safety, Environmental Management, or Sustainability is preferred.
• MSc in Environment with at least 5-7 years of relevant experience is required.
• A post-diploma or certification in Environment from a reputed University is an added advantage.

Experience Required:

• Some work experience or intermediate-level knowledge obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
• Proven experience in HSE operations, including the operation and maintenance of ETP and STP systems.
• Experience in environmental compliance and management systems is preferred.