Safety, Health & Environment Lead

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) is seeking a Safety, Health & Environment Lead to oversee comprehensive SHE operations at their UDV site. This role is critical in maintaining world-class safety standards within Diageo’s largest single manufacturing site globally.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Management

• – Develop and implement safety policies and procedures
• – Lead accident prevention programs and investigations
• – Coordinate emergency response procedures
• – Oversee Severe Fatal Injury Prevention program
• – Manage contractor safety systems
• – Direct safety training initiatives

Environmental Leadership

• – Guide environmental compliance programs
• – Oversee waste management initiatives
• – Monitor discharge parameters and air quality
• – Implement pest control programs
• – Drive sustainability initiatives

Health & Systems Management

• – Maintain ISO 45001/14001 certification requirements
• – Coordinate occupational health programs
• – Manage food safety compliance (FSSC 22000)
• – Lead integrated management systems
• – Ensure regulatory compliance

Fire Safety

• – Direct fire prevention systems
• – Review fire safety protocols for new projects
• – Maintain emergency response readiness
• – Train emergency response teams
• – Coordinate with external emergency services

Compliance & Reporting

• – Generate monthly performance reports
• – Conduct annual safety audits
• – Liaise with regulatory authorities
• – Manage statutory inspections
• – Track lead indicators for safety and environment
• – Ensure legislative compliance

Requirements

Education

• – Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering
• – NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
• – ISO Lead Assessor certification
• – Training in Environmental and OHS law
• Experience
• – 8+ years in manufacturing industry
• – 3+ years in first-line management
• – Proven track record in OHS management
• – Multi-site coordination experience
• – Incident investigation expertise
• – Regulatory compliance management

Technical Knowledge

• – ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 standards
• – FSSC 22000 requirements
• – Local and international safety legislation
• – Risk assessment methodologies
• – Environmental management systems
• – Emergency response protocols

Leadership Skills

• – Strategic planning abilities
• – Team development expertise
• – Stakeholder management
• – Change management
• – Crisis response leadership
• – Cross-functional collaboration

Working Environment

The role operates within EABL’s multi-site, multicultural environment, involving:

• – Regular site inspections
• – Emergency response coordination
• – Cross-functional team leadership
• – External stakeholder management
• – Continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• – Competitive compensation package
• – Professional development opportunities
• – Health and wellness programs
• – Performance recognition
• – Career advancement potential
• – Global exposure within Diageo

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit applications through Diageo’s career portal using reference JR1104365. Include:

• – Detailed CV
• – Cover letter
• – Professional certifications
• – Reference letters

EABL/Diageo is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and safe workplace.