Senior Director - Safety & OHH

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Strategy Development and Implementation Sets out EGA's Safety and Governance strategy and framework based on EGA's overall ESG & Sustainability strategy, purpose, bold aspirations, and values. Directs the implementation of the functional strategy, ensuring alignment with group strategy, EGA's vision, mission, and corporate objectives. Ensures functional strategy and related strategic plans are developed and implemented in alignment with the organization's vision and mission. Provides subject matter expertise for the assigned domain and advises EGA leadership on safety and governance matters to support strategic objectives. Shares the approved strategy with local and legal authorities, where appropriate, to obtain feedback for continuous improvement. Leadership Manages the achievement of functional objectives through effective leadership, performance management, employee development, and motivation. Establishes SMART KPIs for departments to measure individual and departmental performance against company objectives and values. Leads talent development initiatives in collaboration with discipline experts to ensure business capability requirements are met. Acts as a role model and promotes organizational values and ethical behavior across the function. Ensures effective coordination with other departments to facilitate timely information flow and service delivery. Budgeting and Financial Performance Oversees the preparation and consolidation of the functional budget. Monitors financial performance against budget to identify cost reduction opportunities and performance improvement initiatives. Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures Develops company-wide safety policies, processes, and procedures, and monitors their effectiveness. Ensures implementation of corporate procedures and guidelines across the business. Communicates relevant safety and governance information internally to keep management informed of initiatives and changes. Safety Governance Develops and maintains a comprehensive governance framework for safety management across EGA. Oversees implementation of safety policies, systems, processes, procedures, and controls to ensure legislative compliance. Advises EGA management on safety roles and responsibilities. Ensures implementation, review, updating, and auditing of EGA safety management systems. Monitors and updates safety procedures in line with legislative changes and EGA directives. Plans, leads, and coordinates safety improvement projects across all EGA sites. Leads safety meetings and inspections to ensure compliance and drive corrective actions. Plans and conducts safety and compliance audits. Establishes, manages, and maintains comprehensive safety programs. Provides guidance to site safety management to ensure compliance with local regulations. EGA Site Safety Leads and directs day-to-day safety operations across all EGA sites. Reviews and halts operations that pose a risk to employee safety. Identifies opportunities to reduce workplace injuries and accidents. Leads major incident investigations and oversees investigation reporting. Reviews accident and incident reports. Plans and coordinates safety training programs for all organizational levels. Reviews and improves safety training content and delivery. Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess compliance. Analyzes accident and incident trends and recommends improvement plans. Provides safety advice and support to area management. International Safety Develops and implements comprehensive training programs aligned with international safety standards. Leads safety awareness initiatives through workshops, seminars, and communication campaigns. Establishes and maintains standardized safety reporting systems across international operations. Reviews and updates safety procedures to ensure compliance with international standards and regulations. Promotes continuous improvement by encouraging employee feedback on safety practices. Monitors compliance through regular international safety audits and inspections. Stakeholder Management Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensures high standards of business ethics while addressing critical issues and delivering required services effectively. Safety, Quality & Environment Ensures compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental policies, procedures, and controls. Promotes employee safety, legislative compliance, and environmental responsibility. Change Management Leads continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices in response to evolving business needs and global standards. Drives proactive change management initiatives across the function. Reporting Ensures functional reports are prepared accurately, submitted on time, and comply with EGA policies and quality standards. Authority Acts within clearly defined policies, standards, and approved objectives. Decision Making Identifies critical factors affecting decisions. Evaluates alternatives and establishes priorities. Anticipates outcomes and assesses logical consequences. Manages risk and uncertainty effectively. Applies sound judgment in situations requiring quantitative analysis. Desired Candidate Profile Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Safety Management or HSSE. Professional Certification or Diploma in Safety Management. Lead Auditor certification. Minimum Experience Minimum of 12 years of safety experience in an industrial environment. At least 4 years of experience in a safety management role. Skills & Abilities Risk assessment and risk management. Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures. Familiarity with project and departmental budgeting processes and tools. Knowledge of project controls. Conceptual planning ability. Conflict management and problem-solving skills. Strong leadership ability. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Strong communication, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills. Proficiency in time reporting systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to design and deliver training programs. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry MetalsSteelIronAluminiumFabrication Department / Functional Area HSE (HealthSafetyEnvironment) Keywords Principal Safety AdvisorEHS LeadershipHead Of SafetyDirector Of Environmental Health And SafetyEmergency PreparednessOccupational Health And Safety ManagementRisk Assessment And ControlIndustrial Hygiene Get real-time job updates only on our App