Senior Manager Occupational Safety and Health

Country UAE City Abu Dhabi Department Safety and Quality Closing date 29 December 2012

Job Purpose Define the Etihad Airways Occupational Safety and Health standards that align with the local and applicable international standards. To communicate the standards and continually ensure functional departments throughout the global network maintain their defined level of compliance as defined and required in accordance with the Etihad Occupational Safety and Health Management System (OSHMS), a mandatory and statutory requirement pursuant to Abu Dhabi EHS Regulatory Framework, UAE Federal Law and international safety related regulations.   This role will manage the strategic specific and operational aspects of the OHSMS by conducting and monitoring compliance through active, passive and intrusive audits, conducting investigations and surveillance as required. This role acts as the focal point for compliance of the OSHMS briefing Etihad Executive and regulatory authorities on all operational safety and health issues.To build cordial relationships with statutory bodies and as the management representative, liaise with competent authorities to ensure that Etihad Airways interests are best represented and protected during any incident, Responsibilities This role will be responsible for:  Establishing, leading and directing the Safety Management System, inclusive of defining the minimum Etihad standards, development of policy and procedures, ensure compliance as required by all statutory authorities and internal quality expectation on the global network including management and advice for outstations. Identifying the risks associated with occupational safety, health and occupational environment issues for all employees and develop action plans and strategies to mitigate the risks. Providing leadership and drives the implementation of occupational safety and health initiatives and programs (e.g. Zero Harm Initiative, Core EHS Management System) to bring cohesiveness and synergy to the company's approach to occupational safety and health throughout the network. Providing reports to the executive and senior management that analyze the strategic performance of the safety management system to identify the trends, problem areas of compliance and escalate issues to the executive as required in accordance with the established process. Where there is an imminent danger or a serious hazard exists, take the necessary action to prevent any injury to any employee or to the public or incident up to an including ceasing an activity. Reviewing risk assessments, in cooperation with functional department management, mitigating strategies and analysis of potential hazards to develop methods to reduce incidents in line with required KPIs as mandated by the regulatory authorities. Leading the internal audit function of all departments and contractors across the network, identifying compliance levels and ensuring corrective and preventive actions to ensure a proper environment for the health and safety of the organizations staff and guests. Investigate, analyze and review accidents or near misses within the organization, developing corrective or preventive measures to prevent reoccurrences and develops and ensures regular emergency responses for health and safety related issues.. Coordinates the activities of subordinate staff by directing and guiding general safety and management guidance and provides interpretation of compliance requirements Provides technical and specialist knowledge during projects to ensure regular communication and compliance with fire and life safety standards and ensures regular dissemination of any new amendments to ensure all employees are properly informed about the working, environmental and safety policies of the organization. Actively engage with VP, SVP and Chiefs to facilitate the effective implementation of systems and processes poviding advice and influence by acting as the OSH technical reference point for Senior Management on all safety and health related issues. Provide Safety governance & oversight to all business units Ensure the effective achievement of the OSH functional objectives through leadership of the production, maintenance & associated function – setting departmental & individual objectives, managing performance, developing & motivating staff. Manages & leads property risk audit surveys (review locations to identify risks to assets from fire, natural & man made hazards & other potential asset damage or business interruption risk) compile reports to insurers & the company with prioritised recommendations for risk improvement. As the management representative for OSH, interfaces with relevant government agencies and regulatory authorities to develop and maintain effective relationships with the heads of statutory / regulatory bodies at base and internationally and act as the Principle liaison between the airline & regulatory bodies locally & internationally impacting on OSH; ensures Etihads interests are best represented and protected. Requirements Qualification & Education: Educated to Advanced Diploma or Degree level in Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Investigation, Risk Management, Injury Management, Workplace Inspection and Statutory Compliance. A Business Management/HR diploma is desirable.  Experience: Minimum of 12 years in occupational health and safety. Extensive underpinning skill, knowledge and experience carrying out audits and accidents/incident investigations and producing subsequent reports are essential. At least 5 years of management experience leading the occupational health and safety is required Training & Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Management Systems Working knowledge of COSHH assessments, health and safety management system, safety inspections, risk assessments. Formal training in fire safety, statutory compliance and OHS law Formal training in HAZID/HAZOP processes Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel & Powerpoint Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Fluency in English language, Arabic language will be an advantage Knowledge on international environmental legislations and best practices pertaining to the airline industry

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